Very Good
#1248 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 33% in state
Addie R. Lewis School
Elementary School · OKALOOSA
281 MISSISSIPPI AVE, Valparaiso, FL 32580
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
677
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,248 of 3,778
In Valparaiso
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#12 of 46
OKALOOSA
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Addie R. Lewis School
Elementary School in Valparaiso · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Addie R. Lewis School
Addie R. Lewis School is a public elementary school in Valparaiso, FL, part of OKALOOSA. Addie R.
Lewis School serves approximately 677 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Addie R. Lewis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,248 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Addie R. Lewis School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Addie R. Lewis School — Students at Addie R. Lewis School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 39 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Addie R. Lewis School Compares
See how Addie R. Lewis School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
281 MISSISSIPPI AVE, Valparaiso, FL 32580
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Addie R. Lewis School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JAMES E PLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Niceville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Niceville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DESTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Destin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Valparaiso, see our Valparaiso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,385
Median Home Value
$348,600
Median Rent
$1,268/mo
Population
4,117
College Educated
37.6%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
31.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Addie R. Lewis School
What grades does Addie R. Lewis School serve?
Addie R. Lewis School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Addie R. Lewis School?
Addie R. Lewis School has an enrollment of approximately 677 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Addie R. Lewis School?
The student-teacher ratio at Addie R. Lewis School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Addie R. Lewis School rank in FL?
Addie R. Lewis School ranks #1,248 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Addie R. Lewis School's MySchoolScout rating?
Addie R. Lewis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Addie R. Lewis School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Addie R. Lewis School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Addie R. Lewis School a charter school?
No, Addie R. Lewis School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Addie R. Lewis School a Title I school?
No, Addie R. Lewis School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Addie R. Lewis School?
43.4% of students at Addie R. Lewis School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 677
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Okaloosa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.0%
- Phone
- (850) 833-4130
Resources & Links
District
OKALOOSA- District Enrollment
- 32,426
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,809
- District Rank
- #12 of 46
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