For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,770 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 87%).
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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32579, FL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shalimar Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1350 Joe Martin Cir
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4339
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4339
Grades: PK-5
| 604 students
Rank: #22.
Clifford Meigs Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 Richbourg Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4301
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4301
Grades: 6-8
| 593 students
Rank: #33.
Longwood Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
50 Holly Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4329
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4329
Grades: PK-5
| 573 students
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, FL?
3 public schools are located in 32579, FL.
What percentage of students in 32579, FL go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 32579, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32579, FL?
32579, FL public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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