For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 356 students in Apalachicola, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 50 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Apalachicola, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public school in Apalachicola, FL is Apalachicola Bay Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Apalachicola, FL public school have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Apalachicola have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Apalachicola, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Apalachicola Bay Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
98 12th St
Apalachicola, FL 32320
(850) 653-1222
Apalachicola, FL 32320
(850) 653-1222
Gr: PK-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Apalachicola, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Apalachicola, FL include Apalachicola Bay Charter School.
How many public schools are located in Apalachicola?
1 public schools are located in Apalachicola.
What percentage of students in Apalachicola go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Apalachicola are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in Apalachicola?
Apalachicola public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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