6.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Fort Walton Beach, Florida

19 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 6 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 14

Private: 5

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Estimated Scores: 24%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.2/10
Median household income: $65,840
Median home value: $295,200
Bachelor's degree or higher: 29%
Avg commute: 24 min
Owner-occupied homes: 57%

How Fort Walton Beach compares

Florida rank

#168 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.1

below Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$66k

88% of Florida median

Schools in this city

17

About Schools in Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Fort Walton Beach, Florida is home to 19 schools, including 14 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Fort Walton Beach show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Fort Walton Beach is Northwest Florida Ballet Academie with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Fort Walton Beach is served by 1 school district: OKALOOSA. These districts collectively serve 32,426 students.

Fort Walton Beach's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,840. The poverty rate in the area is 13.9%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Filter by ZIP: 32548 (11) 32547 (8)

Elementary Schools

8 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 525 students · Pre-K–5th	525	Pre-K–5th	7.4
2	LIZA JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL 977 students · Kindergarten–8th	977	Kindergarten–8th	7.0
3	ANNETTE P. EDWINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 464 students · Pre-K–5th	464	Pre-K–5th	6.9
4	ELLIOTT POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 598 students · Pre-K–5th	598	Pre-K–5th	6.0
5	WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 590 students · Pre-K–5th	590	Pre-K–5th	4.8
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 353 students · Pre-K–8th	353	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Private 41 students · Pre-K–3rd	41	Pre-K–3rd	Not Rated
3	FIRST UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL Private 12 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	12	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	MAX BRUNER JUNIOR MIDDLE SCHOOL 739 students · 6th–8th	739	6th–8th	6.3
2	W. C. PRYOR MIDDLE SCHOOL 679 students · 6th–8th	679	6th–8th	6.2

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	OKALOOSA TECHNICAL COLLEGE 43 students · 7th–12th	43	7th–12th	6.3
2	FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL 1,558 students · 9th–12th	1,558	9th–12th	6.0
3	CHOCTAWHATCHEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 1,701 students · 9th–12th	1,701	9th–12th	5.8

Other Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE 137 students · 3rd–10th	137	3rd–10th	7.6
2	SILVER SANDS-EXCEP. CHILDREN 106 students · Pre-K–12th	106	Pre-K–12th	4.6
3	OKALOOSA ACADEMY 157 students · 3rd–12th	157	3rd–12th	4.0
4	OKALOOSA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM 4 students · Kindergarten–12th	4	Kindergarten–12th	—
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Private 250 students · Pre-K–12th	250	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated
2	LOTUS LEARNING & ARTS CENTER Private 41 students · Kindergarten–11th	41	Kindergarten–11th	Not Rated

Schools in Fort Walton Beach

Fort Walton Beach, Florida · 19 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$65,840

Median Home Value

$295,200

Median Rent

$1,351/mo

Population

58,731

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

57%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Community Profile

Fort Walton Beach has a median household income of $65,840. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $295,200, with a median rent of $1,351/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.9%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Florida
Total Schools: 19
Elementary: 8
Middle: 2
High: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Resources

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School District

OKALOOSA

52 schools · 32,426 students

Nearby Cities

Shalimar (3 schools)

3 mi

Mary Esther (3 schools)

4 mi

Eglin Afb (1 school)

5 mi

Valparaiso (2 schools)

9 mi

Destin (3 schools)

10 mi

Niceville (9 schools)

11 mi

Navarre (6 schools)

16 mi

Miramar Beach (1 school)

16 mi

Crestview (21 schools)

22 mi

Baker (1 school)

25 mi

Gulf Breeze (7 schools)

24 mi

Santa Rosa Beach (7 schools)

Pensacola Beach (1 school)

30 mi

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Fort Walton Beach, Florida

How many schools are in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

Fort Walton Beach has 19 schools, including 14 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fort Walton Beach is 6.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Fort Walton Beach on MySchoolScout is Northwest Florida Ballet Academie with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Fort Walton Beach on MySchoolScout is St Mary Catholic School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Fort Walton Beach on MySchoolScout is Max Bruner Junior Middle School with a composite score of 6.3/10.

What is the best high school in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Fort Walton Beach on MySchoolScout is Okaloosa Technical College with a composite score of 6.3/10.

How many school districts serve Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

Fort Walton Beach is served by 1 school district: Okaloosa.

What is the education level in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

According to Census data, 29% of adults in Fort Walton Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

The median household income in Fort Walton Beach is approximately $65,840 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

Yes, Fort Walton Beach has 5 private schools alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary Catholic School with a score of 7.5/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fort Walton Beach is 16.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fort Walton Beach, Florida?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.