Serving 470 students in grades 9-12, Destin High School ranks in the top 50% 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 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Destin High School's student population of 470 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
470 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Destin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Destin High School is 0.37, 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
#1192 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
79%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Destin High School's ranking?
Destin High School is ranked #1192 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Destin High School often compared to?
Destin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Walton Beach High School, Choctawhatchee Senior High 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 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Destin High School?
470 students attend Destin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Destin High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Destin High School offer ?
Destin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Destin High School part of?
Destin High School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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