For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,706 students in 32435, FL (there are , serving 62 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 32435, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
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 66% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32435, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, 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 Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Defuniak Elementary School
(Math: 71% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 699 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Walton Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
605 Bruce Ave
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1281
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1281
Gr: 6-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Walton Virtual School Wcsd
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Gr: K-12 | 7 students
Rank: #44.
Walton Virtual Franchise
(Math: <50% | 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
Gr: 6-12 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 5%
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
Gr: 6-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Walton Academy Inc.
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | 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
Gr: 5-12 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 57:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
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
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
145 S Park St
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
(850) 892-1100
Gr: K-12
32435, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK
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
Gr: PK-5 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 56%
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
Gr: 6-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>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?
97% of all K-12 students in 32435 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
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).