Summary:
The city of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, all of which are part of the Walton school district. This high-performing district features several standout schools, including Seaside Neighborhood School, a public charter high school that consistently ranks among the top schools in the state, and Dune Lakes Elementary School, which has also demonstrated exceptional academic performance.
The schools in Santa Rosa Beach generally outperform the district and state averages in core subject tests, with Seaside Neighborhood School standing out with the highest proficiency rates. Graduation rates at the high schools are also high, around 90%. However, chronic absenteeism is a concern across all schools, with rates around 31.4%, significantly higher than the state average. The schools also vary widely in the socioeconomic status of their student populations, as evidenced by the free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 7.73% at Seaside Neighborhood School to 43.55% at Bay School.
Overall, the data suggests that the Walton school district, and the schools in Santa Rosa Beach specifically, are high-performing, with several standout institutions. However, the district may benefit from addressing the issue of chronic absenteeism and ensuring equitable access to resources across all schools, regardless of the socioeconomic status of their student populations.
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