WALTON HIGH SCHOOL

WALTON HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the WALTON school district, located in DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL with about 718 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 46 teachers, WALTON HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

WALTON HIGH SCHOOL, located in DeFuniak Springs, Florida, serves as a central educational hub for the Walton County School District. As a comprehensive public high school, it is dedicated to fostering academic growth, personal development, and community engagement for its diverse student body. The school offers a traditional high school curriculum complemented by various extracurricular activities, athletics, and career-readiness programs designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or the workforce.

The school is deeply rooted in the local community and is recognized for its commitment to maintaining a supportive learning environment. By balancing rigorous academic standards with opportunities for student involvement—ranging from clubs and organizations to sports teams—WALTON HIGH SCHOOL aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens. For families and students seeking specific details on school policies, academic calendars, or current news, the school maintains an official web presence at [whs.walton.k12.fl.us](http://whs.walton.k12.fl.us/).

For more information, contact WALTON HIGH SCHOOL at (850) 892-1270 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.