For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,019 students in Valparaiso, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Valparaiso, FL are Okaloosa Stemm Center and Addie R. Lewis School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valparaiso, FL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in Valparaiso have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Valparaiso, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Okaloosa Stemm Center
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
379 Edge Ave
Valparaiso, FL 32580
(850) 833-4120
Valparaiso, FL 32580
(850) 833-4120
Gr: 6-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Addie R. Lewis School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
281 Mississippi Ave
Valparaiso, FL 32580
(850) 833-4130
Valparaiso, FL 32580
(850) 833-4130
Gr: PK-8 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Valparaiso, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Valparaiso, FL include Okaloosa Stemm Center and Addie R. Lewis School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Valparaiso?
2 public elementary schools are located in Valparaiso.
What is the racial composition of students in Valparaiso?
Valparaiso public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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