For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 933 students in Bristol, FL (there are , serving 17 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Bristol, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Bristol, FL are W. R. Tolar K-8 School, Liberty County High School and Liberty Virtual Franchise. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bristol, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
W. R. Tolar K-8 School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14757 Nw County Road 12
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2426
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2426
Grades: K-8
| 506 students
Rank: #22.
Liberty County High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12852 Nw Cr 12
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2241
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2241
Grades: 9-12
| 354 students
Rank: #33.
Liberty Virtual Franchise
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12926 Nw County Road 12
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Grades: 3-12
| 10 students
Rank: #44.
Apalachicola Forest Youth Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
29841 Sw Liberty Wilderness Ca
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 379-3973
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 379-3973
Grades: K-12
| 38 students
Rank: n/an/a
11051 Nw State Road 20
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Grades: PK
| 25 students
Rank: n/an/a
12926 Nw Cr 12
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
12926 Nw County Road 12
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Bristol, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bristol Youth Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
12422 Nw Revell Rd
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-4600
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-4600
Grades: 6-12
| 44 students
County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
5p. O. Box 429
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-227
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-227
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
11109 Nw Hwy 20
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Liberty Learning Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
12926 Nw Cr 12
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Bristol, FL 32321
(850) 643-2275
Grades: 5-12
| 10 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bristol, FL?
The top ranked public schools in Bristol, FL include W. R. Tolar K-8 School, Liberty County High School and Liberty Virtual Franchise.
How many public schools are located in Bristol?
7 public schools are located in Bristol.
What percentage of students in Bristol go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Bristol are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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