For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,114 students in 32539, FL (there are , serving 23 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 32539, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 32539, FL are Riverside Elementary School, Walker Elementary School and Shoal River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32539 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32539, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32539, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3400 E Redstone Ave
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7203
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7203
Grades: PK-5
| 991 students
Rank: #22.
Walker Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2988 Stillwell Blvd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7220
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7220
Grades: PK-5
| 848 students
Rank: #33.
Shoal River Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3200 E Redstone Ave
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7229
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7229
Grades: 6-8
| 895 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Crestview Youth Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Grades: 6-12
| 11 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Crestview Youth Academy (Non Secure)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4449 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 833-3012
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 833-3012
Grades: 6-12
| 23 students
Rank: #66.
Okaloosa Regional Detention
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Grades: 5-12
| 33 students
Rank: #77.
Okaloosa Youth Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Grades: 6-12
| 39 students
Rank: n/an/a
Adjudicated Youth Facility
Alternative School
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7177
Grades: 6-12
| 7 students
Rank: n/an/a
650 S Pearl St
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7203
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7203
Grades: PK-2
| 267 students
32539, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Gulf Coast Youth Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
4448 Straight Line Rd
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7800
Crestview, FL 32539
(850) 689-7800
Grades: 6-12
| 18 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 32539, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32539, FL include Riverside Elementary School, Walker Elementary School and Shoal River Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 32539?
9 public schools are located in 32539.
What percentage of students in 32539 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 32539 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32539?
32539 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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