For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 851 students in Destin, FL.
The top ranked public middle school in Destin, FL is Destin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Destin, FL public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in Destin have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Destin, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Destin Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4608 Legendary Marina Dr
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 833-7655
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 833-7655
Grades: 5-8
| 851 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Destin, FL?
The top ranked public middle schools in Destin, FL include Destin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Destin?
1 public middle schools are located in Destin.
What is the racial composition of students in Destin?
Destin public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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