7.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

10 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 5

Private: 5

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.0/10

Estimated Scores: 38%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.0/10
Median household income: $101,067
Median home value: $613,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 48%
Avg commute: 27 min
Owner-occupied homes: 77%

How Santa Rosa Beach compares

Florida rank

#55 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.6

above Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$101k

135% of Florida median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

Santa Rosa Beach, Florida is home to 10 schools, including 5 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Santa Rosa Beach show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Santa Rosa Beach is Van R. Butler Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Santa Rosa Beach is served by 1 school district: WALTON. These districts collectively serve 11,779 students.

Santa Rosa Beach's community shows 48% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $101,067. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.

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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Elementary Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	VAN R. BUTLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 950 students · Kindergarten–5th	950	Kindergarten–5th	8.5
2	DUNE LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 919 students · Kindergarten–5th	919	Kindergarten–5th	8.1
Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	COMPASS ROSE ACADEMY INC Private 42 students · Pre-K–5th	42	Pre-K–5th	Not Rated
2	SOUTH WALTON MONTESSORI ACADEMY Private 46 students · Pre-K–8th	46	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
3	THE TREE HOUSE EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Private 15 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	15	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated
4	LES PETITS PREP SCHOOL Private 1 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	1	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	EMERALD COAST MIDDLE SCHOOL 872 students · 6th–8th	872	6th–8th	7.3

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	SEASIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL 440 students · 5th–12th	440	5th–12th	7.1
2	SOUTH WALTON HIGH SCHOOL 1,112 students · 9th–12th	1,112	9th–12th	6.7

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	SOUTH WALTON ACADEMY Private 81 students · Pre-K–11th	81	Pre-K–11th	Not Rated

Schools in Santa Rosa Beach

Santa Rosa Beach, Florida · 10 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$101,067

Median Home Value

$613,100

Median Rent

$2,165/mo

Population

22,104

College Educated

48%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Community Profile

Santa Rosa Beach has a median household income of $101,067. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $613,100, with a median rent of $2,165/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Florida
Total Schools: 10
Elementary: 6
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.0/10

Resources

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School District

WALTON

24 schools · 11,779 students

Nearby Cities

Santa Rosa (1 school)

4 mi

Freeport (5 schools)

10 mi

Miramar Beach (1 school)

10 mi

Inlet Beach (1 school)

12 mi

Destin (3 schools)

16 mi

Niceville (9 schools)

20 mi

Valparaiso (2 schools)

21 mi

Eglin Afb (1 school)

22 mi

Defuniak Springs (10 schools)

26 mi

Shalimar (3 schools)

24 mi

Panama City Beach (7 schools)

25 mi

Fort Walton Beach (19 schools)

26 mi

Ponce De Leon (2 schools)

30 mi

Mary Esther (2 schools)

28 mi

Panama City (6 schools)

32 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 Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

How many schools are in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida?

Santa Rosa Beach has 10 schools, including 5 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Santa Rosa Beach is 7.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Santa Rosa Beach on MySchoolScout is Van R. Butler Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Santa Rosa Beach on MySchoolScout is Van R. Butler Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Santa Rosa Beach on MySchoolScout is Emerald Coast Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best high school in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Santa Rosa Beach on MySchoolScout is Seaside Neighborhood School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Santa Rosa Beach, Florida?

Santa Rosa Beach is served by 1 school district: Walton.

What is the education level in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida?

According to Census data, 48% of adults in Santa Rosa Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida?

The median household income in Santa Rosa Beach is approximately $101,067 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida?

Yes, Santa Rosa Beach has 5 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is Compass Rose Academy Inc with a score of 7.3/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Santa Rosa Beach is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Santa Rosa 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.