Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shalimar Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shalimar Elementary School's student population of 557 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Shalimar Elementary 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 Shalimar Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1678 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
38%
Black
9%
21%
White
52%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Okaloosa School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shalimar Elementary School's ranking?
Shalimar Elementary School is ranked #1678 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Shalimar Elementary School often compared to?
Shalimar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wright Elementary School, Mary Esther Elementary School, Kenwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Shalimar Elementary School?
557 students attend Shalimar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Shalimar Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shalimar Elementary School?
Shalimar Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shalimar Elementary School offer ?
Shalimar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shalimar Elementary School part of?
Shalimar Elementary School is part of Okaloosa School District.
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