Okaloosa County Receives A Rating from the Florida Department of Education

The Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) has released school grades for the state, and the Okaloosa County School District (OCSD) has again earned an A rating for the 2023-2024 school year. OCSD earned 772 out of 1200 possible points, achieving 64% of the total possible points under a new grading scale approved by the State Board of Education. The newly approved grading scale for the 2023-24 school year establishes different criteria for elementary schools versus middle, high, and combination schools. Elementary schools need 62% or more of total points for an “A” grade, while middle, high, and combination schools require 64% or more.

"Once again, the Okaloosa County School District has earned an A rating from the Florida Department of Education, a testament to the unwavering dedication and hard work of our students, teachers, staff, and administrators," stated Superintendent Marcus Chambers. "I am incredibly proud of their efforts that consistently place our district among the best in the state of Florida. Okaloosa is one of only three districts in Florida to have earned an A every year grades were issued since 2014, which is a remarkable achievement that highlights our commitment to excellence."

Okaloosa Schools have demonstrated academic achievement in ELA, Math, Science, and History. Over the past three years, the schools' scores have improved from 64.75% in 2022 to 67.25% in 2024. Learning gains increased from 51.75% in 2022 to 57.25% in 2024. Several schools have improved their baseline grades from last year: Bruner Middle School and Meigs Middle School advanced from a "C" to a "B," while Lewis School and Shoal River Middle School improved from a "B" to an "A." Superintendent Chambers noted, "Although we have consistently maintained an A rating, we strive for continuous improvement as we move forward."