Walton High School is a public high school in DeFuniak Springs, Walton County, Florida operated by the Walton County School District. In the late 2000s, the Walton County school district approved funding for a new building. The new building opened its doors for the 2010-2011 school year.
Serving 969 students in grades 9-12, Walton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 969 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walton High School's student population of 969 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
969 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Walton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walton High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1561 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
38%
Black
8%
21%
White
66%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walton High School's ranking?
Walton High School is ranked #1561 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Walton High School often compared to?
Walton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeport Senior High School, South Walton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walton High School?
The graduation rate of Walton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Walton High School?
969 students attend Walton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Walton High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walton High School?
Walton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walton High School offer ?
Walton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walton High School part of?
Walton High School is part of Walton School District.
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