For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,308 students in Destin, FL.
The top-ranked public schools in Destin, FL are Destin Middle School, Destin Elementary School and Destin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Destin, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Destin have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 Destin, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Destin Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4608 Legendary Marina Dr
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 833-7655
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 833-7655
Gr: 5-8 | 799 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Destin Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
630 Kelly St
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 833-4360
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 833-4360
Gr: PK-4 | 910 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Destin High School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4325 Commons Dr
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 424-1664
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 424-1664
Gr: 9-12 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Destin, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Destin, FL include Destin Middle School, Destin Elementary School and Destin High School.
How many public schools are located in Destin?
3 public schools are located in Destin.
What is the racial composition of students in Destin?
Destin 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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