For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 232 students in 32435, FL.
The top ranked public high schools in 32435, FL are Walton Virtual School Wcsd, Walton Virtual Franchise and Walton Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 32435 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Florida public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 32435, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 32435 have a Graduation Rate of 63%, which is less than the Florida average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Walton Academy Inc., with 60-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32435, FL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Walton Virtual School Wcsd
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Grades: K-12
| 7 students
Rank: #22.
Walton Virtual Franchise
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Grades: 6-12
| 21 students
Rank: #33.
Walton Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
286 Gene Hurley Rd
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 520-4656
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 520-4656
Grades: 6-12
| 34 students
Rank: #44.
Walton Academy Inc.
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | 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
Grades: 5-12
| 170 students
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
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
32435, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Non-enrolled Prek Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1161
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1161
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Walton County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
0145 Park Street, Suite #2
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-110
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-110
Grades: PK-5
| 9 students
Wlc Intensive Halfway House (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
286 Gene Hurley Rd
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-8580
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-8580
Grades: 6-12
| 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 32435, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in 32435, FL include Walton Virtual School Wcsd, Walton Virtual Franchise and Walton Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 32435?
6 public high schools are located in 32435.
What is the racial composition of students in 32435?
32435 public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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