For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,206 students in Vernon, FL.
The top-ranked public schools in Vernon, FL are Vernon Elementary School, Vernon Middle School and Vernon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vernon, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Vernon have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Vernon, FL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3665 Roche Ave
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2486
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2486
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Vernon Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3190 Moss Hill Rd
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2807
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2807
Gr: 6-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Vernon High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3232 Moss Hill Rd
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2046
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2046
Gr: 9-12 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Vernon, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Vernon Place High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3242 Moss Hill Rd
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-1264
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-1264
Gr: 7-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Vernon, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Vernon, FL include Vernon Elementary School, Vernon Middle School and Vernon High School.
How many public schools are located in Vernon?
3 public schools are located in Vernon.
What is the racial composition of students in Vernon?
Vernon public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Vernon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Vernon include: Vernon Elementary School vs. Vernon High School
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