For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,209 students in 32578, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32578, FL are Bluewater Elementary School, James E Plew Elementary School and C. W. Ruckel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32578 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32578, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32578, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bluewater Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4545 Range Rd
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 833-4240
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 833-4240
Gr: PK-5 | 885 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
James E Plew Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
220 Pine Ave
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 833-4100
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 833-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
C. W. Ruckel Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Partin Dr N
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 833-4142
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 833-4142
Gr: 6-8 | 1,061 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Lula J. Edge Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 Highway 85 N
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 833-4138
Niceville, FL 32578
(850) 833-4138
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32578, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32578, FL include Bluewater Elementary School, James E Plew Elementary School and C. W. Ruckel Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32578?
4 public elementary schools are located in 32578.
What is the racial composition of students in 32578?
32578 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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