For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,312 students in 32459, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32459, FL are Seaside Neighborhood School and Emerald Coast Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32459 have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32459, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32459, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Seaside Neighborhood School
Charter School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10 Smolian Circle
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 231-0396
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 231-0396
Gr: 5-12 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Emerald Coast Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4019 Us Highway 98e
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 622-5025
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 622-5025
Gr: 6-8 | 872 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32459, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32459, FL include Seaside Neighborhood School and Emerald Coast Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 32459?
2 public middle schools are located in 32459.
What is the racial composition of students in 32459?
32459 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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