Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mossy Head School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mossy Head School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mossy Head School's student population of 521 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Honor the Past, Enrich the Present, Inspire the Future
School Rankings
Mossy Head School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mossy Head School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#956 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
24%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
65%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mossy Head School's ranking?
Mossy Head School is ranked #956 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mossy Head School often compared to?
Mossy Head Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maude Saunders Elementary School, West Defuniak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mossy Head School?
521 students attend Mossy Head School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mossy Head School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mossy Head School?
Mossy Head School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mossy Head School offer ?
Mossy Head School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mossy Head School part of?
Mossy Head School is part of Walton School District.
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