Serving 807 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Paxton 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 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paxton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Paxton School's student population of 807 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paxton School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paxton School is 0.21, 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
#782 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
89%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paxton School's ranking?
Paxton School is ranked #782 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Paxton School often compared to?
Paxton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florala High School, Seaside Neighborhood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paxton School?
The graduation rate of Paxton School is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Paxton School?
807 students attend Paxton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Paxton School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paxton School?
Paxton School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Paxton School offer ?
Paxton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Paxton School part of?
Paxton School is part of Walton School District.
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