Eglin Elementary School

Eglin Elementary School is a public school located on Eglin Air Force Base in Florida, serving 436 students from Pre-Kindergarten through 4th grade within the high-performing Okaloosa school district.

This school stands out for its exceptionally low chronic absenteeism rate of just 14.4%, which is dramatically better than nearby schools like Longwood Elementary School (33.3%) and Elliott Point Elementary School (32.3%). The school also serves a population with a lower rate of economic disadvantage, with only 31.88% of students eligible for free/reduced lunch, compared to over 76% at Shalimar Elementary School and Longwood Elementary School. Academically, Eglin consistently outperforms state averages, with a standout 80% proficiency rate in 4th-grade Math that exceeds both the district (72%) and state (65%). While not the top performer in the area—schools like Liza Jackson Preparatory School and James E Plew Elementary School achieve even higher scores—Eglin holds its own against a cluster of lower-performing schools within a 5-mile radius, including Wright Elementary School, Kenwood Elementary School, and Shalimar Elementary School.

Eglin’s location on a military base creates a unique and stable learning environment, with a highly engaged parent population that contributes to strong academic outcomes. The school also demonstrates impressive spending efficiency, using $10,203 per student to achieve results that surpass many schools with higher spending, such as Kenwood Elementary School ($13,844 per student). However, it is worth noting that Eglin’s state ranking has declined in recent years, dropping from the 85th percentile in 2022-2023 to the 69th percentile in 2025-2026, suggesting that while the school remains strong, other schools across Florida are improving at a faster pace.