Serving 704 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Defuniak Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Defuniak Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Defuniak Springs, FL, covering approximately 1,239.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes between 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 19.1 miles and the furthest edge reaching 36.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Defuniak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Defuniak Elementary School's student population of 704 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Rankings
West Defuniak Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Defuniak Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#894 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
38%
Black
10%
21%
White
58%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Defuniak Elementary School's ranking?
West Defuniak Elementary School is ranked #894 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Defuniak Elementary School often compared to?
West Defuniak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maude Saunders Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Defuniak Elementary School?
704 students attend West Defuniak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of West Defuniak Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Defuniak Elementary School?
West Defuniak Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Defuniak Elementary School offer ?
West Defuniak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Defuniak Elementary School part of?
West Defuniak Elementary School is part of Walton School District.
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