Best Schools in Port St. Joe, Florida
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Port St. Joe High School
High · Gulf. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Port St. Joe Elementary School
Elementary · Gulf. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$338,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$338,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Port St. Joe
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Port St. Joe High School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Port St. Joe Elementary School | 5.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $73,723
- Median home value
- $338,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 37%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Port St. Joe compares
Median household income
$74k
98% of Florida median
About Schools in Port St. Joe, Florida
Port St. Joe, Florida is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Port St. Joe show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Port St. Joe is Port St. Joe High School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Port St. Joe is served by 1 school district: GULF. These districts collectively serve 1,915 students.
Port St. Joe's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,723. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 512 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 19 students · Pre-K–7th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 515 students · 7th–12th | 7.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 students · UG–UG | — |
Schools in Port St. Joe
Port St. Joe, Florida · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,723
Median Home Value
$338,100
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
7,304
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Port St. Joe has a median household income of $73,723. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $338,100, with a median rent of $1,363/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Florida
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Port St. Joe, Florida
How many schools are in Port St. Joe, Florida?
Port St. Joe has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Port St. Joe, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Port St. Joe is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Port St. Joe, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Port St. Joe on MySchoolScout is Port St. Joe High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Port St. Joe, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Port St. Joe on MySchoolScout is Port St. Joe Elementary School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Port St. Joe, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Port St. Joe on MySchoolScout is Port St. Joe High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Port St. Joe, Florida?
Port St. Joe is served by 1 school district: Gulf.
What is the education level in Port St. Joe, Florida?
According to Census data, 37% of adults in Port St. Joe have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Port St. Joe, Florida?
The median household income in Port St. Joe is approximately $73,723 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Port St. Joe, Florida?
Yes, Port St. Joe has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Port St. Joe, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Port St. Joe is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Port St. Joe, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.