7.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Santa Rosa, Florida

1 schools · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.4/10

Estimated Scores: 100%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.4/10
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 compares

Median household income

$101k

135% of Florida median

About Schools in Santa Rosa, Florida

Santa Rosa, Florida is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .

With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Santa Rosa perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Santa Rosa is Bay School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

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

Santa Rosa'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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Other Schools

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#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BAY SCHOOL 124 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	124	Pre-K–Pre-K	7.4

Schools in Santa Rosa

Santa Rosa, Florida · 1 school

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 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: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.4/10

Resources

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School District

WALTON

24 schools · 11,779 students

Nearby Cities

Santa Rosa Beach (10 schools)

4 mi

Freeport (5 schools)

9 mi

Inlet Beach (1 school)

9 mi

Miramar Beach (1 school)

14 mi

Destin (3 schools)

20 mi

Panama City Beach (7 schools)

21 mi

Defuniak Springs (10 schools)

25 mi

Niceville (9 schools)

23 mi

Valparaiso (2 schools)

24 mi

Ponce De Leon (2 schools)

Lynn Haven (4 schools)

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 Santa Rosa, Florida

How many schools are in Santa Rosa, Florida?

Santa Rosa has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Santa Rosa is 7.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Santa Rosa on MySchoolScout is Bay School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Santa Rosa, Florida?

Santa Rosa is served by 1 school district: Walton.

What is the education level in Santa Rosa, Florida?

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

What is the median income in Santa Rosa, Florida?

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

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Santa Rosa is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Santa Rosa, 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.