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#2399 of 3,778 schools in FL
Choctawhatchee Senior High School
High School · OKALOOSA
110 RACETRACK RD NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Enrollment
1,701
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,701
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,399 of 3,778
In Fort Walton Beach
#6 of 13
public schools
In district
#31 of 46
OKALOOSA
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Choctawhatchee Senior High School
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About Choctawhatchee Senior High School
Choctawhatchee Senior High School is a public high school in Fort Walton Beach, FL, part of OKALOOSA. Choctawhatchee Senior High School serves approximately 1,701 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Choctawhatchee Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,399 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Choctawhatchee Senior High School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Choctawhatchee Senior High School runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Choctawhatchee Senior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Choctawhatchee Senior High School — Students at Choctawhatchee Senior High School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 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: 2.6/10.
How Choctawhatchee Senior High School Compares
See how Choctawhatchee Senior High 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
110 RACETRACK RD NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Choctawhatchee Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OKALOOSA TECHNICAL COLLEGE (rated 4.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Walton Beach, see our Fort Walton Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W. C. PRYOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| LOTUS LEARNING & ARTS CENTER Fort Walton Beach | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| LIZA JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| OKALOOSA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Fort Walton Beach | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| LONGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shalimar | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| MAX BRUNER JUNIOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| SILVER SANDS-EXCEP. CHILDREN Fort Walton Beach | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ELLIOTT POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.4 mi | 5.0 |
| CLIFFORD MEIGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Shalimar | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ANNETTE P. EDWINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| SHALIMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shalimar | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| FIRST UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 3.1 mi | — |
| OKALOOSA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Fort Walton Beach | 3.1 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Fort Walton Beach | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE Fort Walton Beach | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32547 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,822
Median Home Value
$299,400
Median Rent
$1,421/mo
Population
35,522
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Choctawhatchee Senior High School
What grades does Choctawhatchee Senior High School serve?
Choctawhatchee Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Choctawhatchee Senior High School?
Choctawhatchee Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,701 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Choctawhatchee Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Choctawhatchee Senior High School is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Choctawhatchee Senior High School rank in FL?
Choctawhatchee Senior High School ranks #2,399 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Choctawhatchee Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Choctawhatchee Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Choctawhatchee Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Choctawhatchee Senior High School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Choctawhatchee Senior High School a charter school?
No, Choctawhatchee Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Choctawhatchee Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Choctawhatchee Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Choctawhatchee Senior High School?
50.4% of students at Choctawhatchee Senior High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,701
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Okaloosa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (850) 833-3614
- 4-Year Graduation
- 91.0%
Resources & Links
District
OKALOOSA- District Enrollment
- 32,426
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,809
- District Rank
- #31 of 46
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