Summary:
The 32541 zip code area of Florida is home to three schools - Destin Elementary School, Destin Middle School, and Destin High School - serving students from elementary through high school. These schools demonstrate a range of academic performance, with Destin Middle School standing out as the top performer, consistently exceeding district and state averages in English Language Arts and Math assessments.
Destin Middle School boasts exceptional results, with 96% proficiency in Algebra 1 EOC and 100% proficiency in Geometry EOC in the 2023-2024 school year. Additionally, the school's low chronic absenteeism rate of 17.8% suggests a highly effective learning environment. Destin Elementary School also performs well, with 72-83% proficiency in 4th grade Math and 62-72% proficiency in 3rd and 4th grade English Language Arts, and is consistently ranked in the top 20% of Okaloosa elementary schools.
In contrast, Destin High School has a more mixed academic performance, with some areas exceeding district and state averages, while others fall behind. The high school also has the highest chronic absenteeism rate at 26.6%, which may be a contributing factor to its relatively lower academic performance. The socioeconomic diversity across the schools, with Destin Elementary School having the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients, may also play a role in the educational experiences and outcomes of the students.
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