For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,706 students in 32435, FL (there are , serving 62 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 32435, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 32435, FL are West Defuniak Elementary School, Walton Middle School and Walton Virtual School Wcsd. 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 56% (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 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32435, FL 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Defuniak Elementary School
(Math: 66% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 699 students
Rank: #22.
Walton Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
605 Bruce Ave
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1281
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1281
Grades: 6-8
| 775 students
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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 51±¬ÁÏs (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 schools in 32435, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32435, FL include West Defuniak Elementary School, Walton Middle School and Walton Virtual School Wcsd.
How many public schools are located in 32435?
8 public schools are located in 32435.
What percentage of students in 32435 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 32435 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32435?
32435 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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