For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 130 students in 32435, FL.
The top-ranked public high school in 32435, FL is Walton Academy Inc.. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 32435 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 32435, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 32435 have a Graduation Rate of 55%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Walton Academy Inc., with 50-59% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32435, FL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walton Academy Inc.
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
389 Dorsey Ave
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-3999
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-3999
Gr: 5-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Walton County Jail Program
Alternative School
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Gr: 6-12
32435, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Non-enrolled Prek Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1161
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1161
Gr: PK
Walton County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
0145 Park Street, Suite #2
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-110
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-110
Gr: PK-5 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Wlc Intensive Halfway House (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
286 Gene Hurley Rd
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-8580
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-8580
Gr: 6-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 32435, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 32435, FL include Walton Academy Inc..
How many public high schools are located in 32435?
2 public high schools are located in 32435.
What is the racial composition of students in 32435?
32435 public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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