For the 2025 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 5,134 students in Wakulla County, FL (there are , serving 213 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Wakulla County, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Wakulla County, FL are Riversink Elementary School, Wakulla Middle School and Shadeville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wakulla County, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Wakulla County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Wakulla County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riversink Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
530 Lonnie Raker Ln
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-2664
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-2664
Gr: K-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Wakulla Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
22 Jean Dr
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-7143
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-7143
Gr: 6-8 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Shadeville Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
45 Warrior Way
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-7155
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-7155
Gr: K-5 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Crawfordville Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
379 Arran Rd
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-3641
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-3641
Gr: K-5 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Riversprings Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Spring Creek Hwy
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-2300
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
Medart Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2558 Coastal Hwy
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 962-4881
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 962-4881
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #77.
Wakulla Institute
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
126 High Dr
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-0100
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-0100
Gr: K-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #88.
Wakulla County Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
69 Arran Rd
Crawfordville, FL 32326
(850) 926-0065
Crawfordville, FL 32326
(850) 926-0065
Gr: K-12
Rank: #99.
Wakulla High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3237 Coastal Hwy
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-7125
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-7125
Gr: 9-12 | 1,386 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #1010.
Wakulla Coast Charter School Of Arts Science & Technology
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
48 Shell Island Road
Saint Marks, FL 32355
(850) 925-6344
Saint Marks, FL 32355
(850) 925-6344
Gr: PK-8 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative High School Program
Alternative School
69 Arran Rd
Crawfordville, FL 32326
(850) 926-0065
Crawfordville, FL 32326
(850) 926-0065
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
87 Andrew J Hargrett Sr Rd
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-8111
Crawfordville, FL 32327
(850) 926-8111
Gr: PK | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Wakulla County 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
164 Yellow Jacket Ave
Sopchoppy, FL 32358
(850) 926-8111
Sopchoppy, FL 32358
(850) 926-8111
Gr: PK | 58 students
Wakulla County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
5p.o. Box 100
Crawfordville, FL 32326
(850) 926-006
Crawfordville, FL 32326
(850) 926-006
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Wakulla County, FL?
The top ranked public schools in Wakulla County, FL include Riversink Elementary School, Wakulla Middle School and Shadeville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Wakulla County?
15 public schools are located in Wakulla County.
What percentage of students in Wakulla County go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Wakulla County are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Wakulla County?
Wakulla County public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Wakulla County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Wakulla County include: Riversprings Middle School vs. Wakulla Middle School, Wakulla Middle School vs. Riversprings Middle School, Crawfordville Elementary School vs. Shadeville Elementary School
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