For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,628 students in 32459, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 32459, FL are Seaside Neighborhood School and South Walton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 32459 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 32459, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 32459 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Walton High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32459, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Seaside Neighborhood School
Charter School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10 Smolian Circle
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 231-0396
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 231-0396
Gr: 5-12 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
South Walton High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
645 Greenway Trl
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 622-5020
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 622-5020
Gr: 9-12 | 1,127 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 32459, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 32459, FL include Seaside Neighborhood School and South Walton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 32459?
2 public high schools are located in 32459.
What is the racial composition of students in 32459?
32459 public high schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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