For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,721 students in 32579, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32579, FL are Shalimar Elementary School, Clifford Meigs Middle School and Longwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32579 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32579, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32579, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shalimar Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1350 Joe Martin Cir
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4339
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4339
Gr: PK-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Clifford Meigs Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 Richbourg Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4301
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4301
Gr: 6-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Longwood Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
50 Holly Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4329
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4329
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32579, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32579, FL include Shalimar Elementary School, Clifford Meigs Middle School and Longwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32579?
3 public elementary schools are located in 32579.
What is the racial composition of students in 32579?
32579 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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