Best 32579 Florida Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,721 students in 32579, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 32579, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32579, FL are Shalimar Elementary School, Clifford Meigs Middle School and Longwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32579 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32579, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32579, FL Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shalimar Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1350 Joe Martin Cir
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4339
Gr: PK-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Clifford Meigs Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
150 Richbourg Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4301
Gr: 6-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Longwood Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
50 Holly Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4329
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 32579, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32579, FL include Shalimar Elementary School, Clifford Meigs Middle School and Longwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32579?
3 public schools are located in 32579.
What percentage of students in 32579 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 32579 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32579?
32579 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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