For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 557 students in Destin, FL.
The top ranked public high school in Destin, FL is Destin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Destin, FL public high school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Destin have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public high schools.
Destin, FL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Destin High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Destin, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Destin High School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4325 Commons Drive
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 424-1664
Destin, FL 32541
(850) 424-1664
Gr: 9-12 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Destin, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in Destin, FL include Destin High School.
How many public high schools are located in Destin?
1 public high schools are located in Destin.
What is the racial composition of students in Destin?
Destin public high schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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