Washington County Schools & Education
Washington County, Florida
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
27/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Lower Signal
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
90.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,239
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,118
School Score
27/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 36/100
State Score Position
#53
of 67 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Washington County
Measured School Summary
Despite a lower school score of 27/100, Washington County maintains a strong graduation rate of 90.0%, suggesting effective student support systems.
Funding Context
At $5,239 per pupil, Washington County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 26% below the Florida average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 14% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Washington County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
10 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
27/100
Lower measured signal. Ranks #53 of 67 Florida counties with school score data.
Completion
90.0%
0.2 pts above the state average
Funding context
$5,239
$879 below the state average
School coverage
10
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
The county-level signal is lower, so review individual schools and local records before interpreting the score. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Washington County has 10 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Washington County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Dominant-district county
WASHINGTON carries most of the listed public-school system, with 10 of 10 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.
State position
#53
of 67 Florida counties with school score data. The county score is 9 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
WASHINGTON
Elementary to high school visible
3,231 students
10 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
WASHINGTON is the largest listed district slice, with 10 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Washington County?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Washington County, Florida
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
A Close-Knit School Infrastructure
Washington County maintains a streamlined educational system of 10 public schools serving 3,231 total students. The district includes two elementary schools, two middle schools, and three high schools. This smaller footprint allows for a highly personalized approach to public education.
The Unified Washington School District
The Washington school district manages all 10 campuses for the county's 3,231 students. There are currently no charter schools in the county, meaning the district serves as the primary provider for all specialized and traditional education. This centralized management ensures consistent standards across all local schools.
Small School Sizes and Community Focus
Schools in Washington County are notably intimate, with an average enrollment of just 359 students. The largest campus is Kate M. Smith Elementary with 941 students, while Vernon High School serves a smaller group of 344. The locale mix is split between six rural schools and four town-based campuses, fostering a neighborly atmosphere.
School Overview
Total Schools
10
in Washington County
Reported Enrollment
3,231
10 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Washington County
WASHINGTON
10 Public Schools in Washington County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 10 of 10 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KATE M. SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Profile | WASHINGTON | CHIPLEY, 32428Rural: Fringe | PK–5 | Primary | 941 |
| CHIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL | Record | WASHINGTON | CHIPLEY, 32428Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 588 |
| VERNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | WASHINGTON | VERNON, 32462Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 579 |
| ROULHAC MIDDLE SCHOOL | Record | WASHINGTON | CHIPLEY, 32428Rural: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 440 |
| VERNON HIGH SCHOOL | Record | WASHINGTON | VERNON, 32462Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 344 |
| VERNON MIDDLE SCHOOL | Record | WASHINGTON | VERNON, 32462Rural: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 256 |
| WASHINGTON ACADEMY OF VARYING EXCEPTIONALITIES (WAVE) | Record | WASHINGTON | CHIPLEY, 32428Town: Distant | PK–12 | Special Education | 57 |
| WASHINGTON VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM | Record | WASHINGTON | CHIPLEY, 32428Town: Distant | KG–12 | Virtual | 16 |
| WASHINGTON VIRTUAL FRANCHISE | Record | WASHINGTON | CHIPLEY, 32428Town: Distant | 4–12 | Virtual | 10 |
| WASHINGTON INSTITUTE FOR SPECIALIZED EDUCATION | Record | WASHINGTON | CHIPLEY, 32428Town: Distant | 6–12 | Alternative | 0 |
KATE M. SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
WASHINGTON
CHIPLEY, 32428 / Rural: Fringe
WASHINGTON ACADEMY OF VARYING EXCEPTIONALITIES (WAVE)
WASHINGTON
CHIPLEY, 32428 / Town: Distant
WASHINGTON VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM
WASHINGTON
CHIPLEY, 32428 / Town: Distant
WASHINGTON INSTITUTE FOR SPECIALIZED EDUCATION
WASHINGTON
CHIPLEY, 32428 / Town: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,239
State avg $6,118
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Schools in Washington County, Florida — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Washington County, Florida?
Washington County maintains a streamlined educational system of 10 public schools serving 3,231 total students. The district includes two elementary schools, two middle schools, and three high schools. This smaller footprint allows for a highly personalized approach to public education.
What are the major school districts in Washington County, Florida?
The Washington school district manages all 10 campuses for the county's 3,231 students. There are currently no charter schools in the county, meaning the district serves as the primary provider for all specialized and traditional education. This centralized management ensures consistent standards across all local schools.
What is the school experience like in Washington County?
Schools in Washington County are notably intimate, with an average enrollment of just 359 students. The largest campus is Kate M. Smith Elementary with 941 students, while Vernon High School serves a smaller group of 344. The locale mix is split between six rural schools and four town-based campuses, fostering a neighborly atmosphere.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.