FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL

FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the OKALOOSA school district, located in FORT WALTON BEACH, FL with about 1,698 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 81 teachers, FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL, located on Hollywood Boulevard in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the Okaloosa County School District. As a staple of the local community, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and the workforce. The campus is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to fostering both intellectual growth and extracurricular engagement, providing students with various opportunities to participate in athletics, performing arts, and career-focused technical programs.

In addition to its standard academic offerings, FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL is integrated into the broader Okaloosa County school system, which emphasizes high standards for student achievement and community partnership. The school’s administration and faculty focus on creating a supportive learning environment that emphasizes college and career readiness. For those seeking specific information regarding school policies, district news, or academic calendars, the school maintains an active presence through its official website, providing a centralized resource for students, parents, and community members to stay connected with the school’s ongoing programs and initiatives.

For more information, contact FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL at (850) 833-3300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

400 HOLLYWOOD BLVD SW
FORT WALTON BEACH, FL 32548-4540
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FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in FORT WALTON BEACH, FL with about 1,698 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
OKALOOSA
Total Students:
1,698
Teachers:
81
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,698 students

White
60.2%
Black or African American
15.8%
Hispanic/Latino
12.2%
Two or more races
7.9%
Asian
3.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
52.1%
Male
47.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.