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Fort Walton Beach High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
400 Hollywood Blvd SW,
Fort Walton Beach, FL
Okaloosa County School District
School Details
Head of School
Mr. John Spolski
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
92%
Niche Grade
A-
A-
A-
A-
C+
B
B
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
76
Full Time Teachers
76
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
25
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
19
AP Pass Rate
55.3%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
477:1
Student Diversity
Female
51%
Male
49%
White
57.5%
Hispanic
16.4%
Black
13.6%
Two or more races
8.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Florida State University
336 Students
University of West Florida
298 Students
University of Central Florida
283 Students
University of Florida
267 Students
University of South Florida
188 Students
Northwest Florida State College
177 Students
University of North Florida
154 Students
University of Miami
112 Students
Florida International University
92 Students
Florida A&M University
87 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
84 Students
Psychology
71 Students
Biology
66 Students
Nursing
58 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
42 Students
Computer Science
37 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine
33 Students
Pre-Law Studies
29 Students
Mechanical Engineering
29 Students
Physical Therapy
27 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/30/2025
Transferring here turned out to be one of the best decisions I've made. I've built great friendships, and everyone here is kind and welcoming. The staff and teachers are incredibly supportive, which has made my experience here even better. Overall, it's been a positive experience.
8/30/2024
As a member of the band and colorguard, the worst experience I had was being under appreciated and not given the same opportunities as other sports had. The best part was getting experience in real life situations that will prepare me for the future. I would like to see the arts get more support for their accomplishments in the future.
10/19/2023
Amazing. Perfect. Totally one of the best schools around. Mhmmmmmmnnn. Yep. Indubitably. Exactly. Lol.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/17/2019
We love FWBHS. Hands down this school has some serious school spirit and has brought a different side of my child out. This is what High School years should be all about. This school is amazing for Academics and their Athletic departments. Truly offers both without favoring one over the other.
4/25/2019
As a parent with three children at FWBHS at the same time...I have absolutely no complaints! Our kids love the school, are happy they are there instead of other local school options and are excelling in every area! Go Vikes!
3/13/2019
The teachers and Administrators at FWBHS are helpful and encouraging. I have been impressed and I am very glad that my child is at this school.
5/23/2018
I would have to rate my experience below average. There are many great teachers, administrators and dedicated personnel at FWBHS. However, this school is overcrowded and underfunded. As a Destin, FL resident with no high school in our city, our children go from A+ elementary and middle schools to ha...
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$170K - $1.4M
Homes For Sale
425
Average Home Value
$408,155
Median Lot Size
10,018 Sq Ft
% Renters
41%
Average Household Income
$78,606
% of College Grads
28.5%
Median Age
40
Average House Size
1,660 Sq Ft
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Fort Walton Beach High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Fort Walton Beach, FL, in the Fort Walton Beach neighborhood, and is served by the Okaloosa County School District in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 1,558 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Fort Walton Beach High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $408,155. Discover additional schools in the area, like Silver Sands School, Choctawhatchee Senior High School, Okaloosa Virtual Franchise, and more. Learn more about what Fort Walton Beach has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Fort Walton Beach High School.