For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,939 students in 32583, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 464 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 32583, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32583, FL are Bennett C Russell Elementary School, Avalon Middle School and East Milton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32583 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32583, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32583, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bennett C Russell Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3740 Excalibur Way
Milton, FL 32583
(850) 983-7000
Milton, FL 32583
(850) 983-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 899 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Avalon Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5445 King Arthurs Way
Milton, FL 32583
(850) 983-5540
Milton, FL 32583
(850) 983-5540
Gr: 6-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
East Milton Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5156 Ward Basin Rd
Milton, FL 32583
(850) 983-5620
Milton, FL 32583
(850) 983-5620
Gr: PK-5 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Bagdad Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4512 Forsyth St
Milton, FL 32583
(850) 983-5680
Milton, FL 32583
(850) 983-5680
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32583, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32583, FL include Bennett C Russell Elementary School, Avalon Middle School and East Milton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32583?
4 public schools are located in 32583.
What percentage of students in 32583 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 32583 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32583?
32583 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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