For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,114 students in 32539, FL (there are , serving 23 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 32539, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32539, FL are Shoal River Middle School, Riverside Elementary School and Walker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32539 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32539, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32539, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shoal River Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3200 E Redstone Ave
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7229
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7229
Gr: 6-8 | 895 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3400 E Redstone Ave
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7203
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7203
Gr: PK-5 | 991 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Walker Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2988 Stillwell Blvd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7220
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7220
Gr: PK-5 | 848 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Crestview Youth Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Gr: 6-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Crestview Youth Academy (Non Secure)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4449 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 833-3012
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 833-3012
Gr: 6-12 | 23 students
Rank: #66.
Okaloosa Regional Detention
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Gr: 5-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #77.
Okaloosa Youth Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Gr: 6-12 | 39 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
Adjudicated Youth Facility
Alternative School
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Gr: 6-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: n/an/a
650 S Pearl St
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7203
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7203
Gr: PK-2 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
32539, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gulf Coast Youth Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7800
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7800
Gr: 6-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32539, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32539, FL include Shoal River Middle School, Riverside Elementary School and Walker Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32539?
9 public schools are located in 32539.
What percentage of students in 32539 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 32539 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32539?
32539 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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