Below Average
#3183 of 3,778 schools in FL
Walton Academy Inc.
High School · WALTON
389 DORSEY AVE, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
56.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
56.7:1
Score
4.5
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,183 of 3,778
In Defuniak Springs
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#18 of 18
WALTON
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Walton Academy Inc.
Walton Academy Inc. is a public high school in Defuniak Springs, FL, part of WALTON. Walton Academy Inc. serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 56.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Walton Academy Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,183 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Walton Academy Inc. show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, Walton Academy Inc. is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Walton Academy Inc. sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Walton Academy Inc. runs 56.7:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Walton Academy Inc. — Students at Walton Academy Inc. score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 35 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Walton Academy Inc. Compares
See how Walton Academy Inc. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
389 DORSEY AVE, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walton Academy Inc. may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOUTH WALTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Santa Rosa Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is WALTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FREEPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Freeport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Defuniak Springs, see our Defuniak Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WALTON VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Defuniak Springs | 0.1 mi | — |
| WALTON VIRTUAL SCHOOL WCSD Defuniak Springs | 0.1 mi | — |
| WALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Defuniak Springs | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| WALTON HIGH SCHOOL Defuniak Springs | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| WALTON INITIATIVE FOR SUCCESS IN EDUCATION (WISE) Defuniak Springs | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| MAUDE SAUNDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Defuniak Springs | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| WEST DEFUNIAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Defuniak Springs | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| WALTON LEARNING CENTER Defuniak Springs | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| PONCE DE LEON HIGH SCHOOL Ponce De Leon | 8.3 mi | 7.4 |
| PONCE DE LEON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ponce De Leon | 8.3 mi | 7.0 |
| FREEPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Freeport | 12.3 mi | 7.5 |
| FREEPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Freeport | 14.8 mi | 7.2 |
| FREEPORT MIDDLE SCHOOL Freeport | 15.4 mi | 7.5 |
| MOSSY HEAD SCHOOL Defuniak Springs | 14.0 mi | 7.7 |
| WESTONWOOD RANCH Freeport | 16.3 mi | — |
| SWEETBAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Freeport | 19.4 mi | — |
| CARYVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Caryville | 17.9 mi | — |
| PAXTON SCHOOL Paxton | 21.4 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTH WALTON MONTESSORI ACADEMY Santa Rosa Beach | 24.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SOUTH WALTON HIGH SCHOOL Santa Rosa Beach | 24.2 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,017
Median Home Value
$185,600
Median Rent
$742/mo
Population
6,359
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
40.2
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| ALEE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Eustis, FL | 4.4 |
| EDUCATIVE CENTER EL REDENTOR Orlando, FL | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walton Academy Inc.
What grades does Walton Academy Inc. serve?
Walton Academy Inc. serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Walton Academy Inc.?
Walton Academy Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walton Academy Inc.?
The student-teacher ratio at Walton Academy Inc. is 56.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walton Academy Inc. rank in FL?
Walton Academy Inc. ranks #3,183 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Walton Academy Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Walton Academy Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Walton Academy Inc.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walton Academy Inc. has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Walton Academy Inc. a charter school?
Yes, Walton Academy Inc. is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Walton Academy Inc. a Title I school?
No, Walton Academy Inc. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walton Academy Inc.?
84.7% of students at Walton Academy Inc. 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
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 170
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 56.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Walton County
- Phone
- (850) 892-3999
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
WALTON- District Enrollment
- 11,779
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,721
- District Rank
- #18 of 18
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