For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,630 students in 32435, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 62 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 32435, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32435, FL are West Defuniak Elementary School, Walton Middle School and Walton Academy Inc.. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32435 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32435, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32435, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Defuniak Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
815 Lincoln Ave
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1250
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1250
Gr: K-5 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Walton Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
605 Bruce Ave
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1281
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1281
Gr: 6-8 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Walton Academy Inc.
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
389 Dorsey Ave
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-3999
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-3999
Gr: 5-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Walton County Jail Program
Alternative School
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32435, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32435, FL include West Defuniak Elementary School, Walton Middle School and Walton Academy Inc..
How many public schools are located in 32435?
4 public schools are located in 32435.
What percentage of students in 32435 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 32435 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32435?
32435 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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