For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 502 students in 32428, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32428, FL are Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave), Roulhac Middle School and Washington Virtual Instruction Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32428 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32428, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32428, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave)
Special Education School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
934 Tiger Loop
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6170
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6170
Gr: PK-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Roulhac Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1535 Brickyard Rd
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6170
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6170
Gr: 6-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Washington Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
652 3rd St
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6222
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6222
Gr: K-12 | 7 students
Rank: #44.
Washington Institute For Specialized Education
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
680 2nd St
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6020
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6020
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
753 West Blvd
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6222
Chipley, FL 32428
(850) 638-6222
Gr: K-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32428, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32428, FL include Washington Academy Of Varying Exceptionalities (Wave), Roulhac Middle School and Washington Virtual Instruction Program.
How many public middle schools are located in 32428?
5 public middle schools are located in 32428.
What is the racial composition of students in 32428?
32428 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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