Beyond Expectations is a co–ed special education school located in suburban Shalimar, FL, serving undergraduate grade levels with an enrollment of 30 students.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 5 total teachers supporting individualized instruction.
Approximately 20% of the student body at this Shalimar special education program identify as students of color.
The school is part of a midsize suburban community near Fort Walton Beach with several private schools offering a range of grade levels and student population sizes.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 47%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Beyond Expectations?
The application deadline for Beyond Expectations is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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