SOUTH WALTON HIGH SCHOOL

WALTON
645 GREENWAY TRL
SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL 32459
1,235 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
South Walton High School, located in the coastal community of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Walton County School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success. In addition to a rigorous core academic program, the school provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts, and career-focused clubs, fostering a well-rounded educational environment that encourages student engagement and community involvement.

The school is well-regarded for its modern facilities and its dedication to utilizing technology to enhance the learning experience. Serving a diverse student population, South Walton High School emphasizes a culture of high expectations and supportive mentorship. By bridging traditional instruction with innovative teaching practices, the institution aims to cultivate critical thinking, leadership skills, and personal responsibility, ensuring that its graduates are well-equipped to navigate the challenges of the modern world.
1,235
Total Students
62.9
Full-Time Teachers
19.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
18.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    949 (76.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    193 (15.6 %)
  • Two or More
    38 (3.1 %)
  • Black
    26 (2.1 %)
  • Asian
    22 (1.8 %)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: WALTON
Phone: (850)622-5020
Website: http://swh.walton.k12.fl.us/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,235
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 62.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 198
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 32

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 333
Grade 10 328
Grade 11 293
Grade 12 281
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
SEASIDE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL
WALTON
Charter School 403 Students
10 SMOLIAN CIRCLE
SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL 32459 (4.7 miles away)
High School 5th - 12th