For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,721 students in 32579, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 32579, FL are Shalimar Elementary School, Clifford Meigs Middle School and Longwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32579 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32579, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32579, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shalimar Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1350 Joe Martin Cir
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4339
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4339
Grades: PK-5
| 589 students
Rank: #22.
Clifford Meigs Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 Richbourg Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4301
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4301
Grades: 6-8
| 558 students
Rank: #33.
Longwood Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
50 Holly Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4329
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4329
Grades: PK-5
| 574 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 32579, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 32579, FL include Shalimar Elementary School, Clifford Meigs Middle School and Longwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32579?
3 public elementary schools are located in 32579.
What is the racial composition of students in 32579?
32579 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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