For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,333 students in 32571, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 321 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 32571, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32571, FL are S. S. Dixon Intermediate School, Thomas L Sims Middle School and Pea Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32571 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32571, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32571, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
S. S. Dixon Intermediate School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5540 Education Dr
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 995-3650
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 995-3650
Gr: 3-5 | 676 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Thomas L Sims Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5500 Education Dr
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 995-3676
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 995-3676
Gr: 6-8 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Pea Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4775 School Ln
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 995-3680
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 995-3680
Gr: PK-5 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Pace High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4065 Norris Rd
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 995-3600
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 995-3600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,316 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
4560 Pace Patriot Blvd
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 995-3660
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 995-3660
Gr: PK-2 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
3354 Wallace Lake Rd
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 783-9653
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 783-9653
Gr: PK-8 | 1,061 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32571, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32571, FL include S. S. Dixon Intermediate School, Thomas L Sims Middle School and Pea Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32571?
6 public schools are located in 32571.
What percentage of students in 32571 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 32571 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32571?
32571 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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