Esther School Inc–Palmetto in New Port Richey, FL is a Christian co–ed special education school serving grades K–12 in a suburban community setting.
The school enrolls 75 students from kindergarten through 12th grade, supported by six teachers for a student–teacher ratio of 13:1.
Approximately 25% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the New Port Richey area.
Located within a suburban locale, Esther School Inc–Palmetto serves families seeking special education programs in the New Port Richey region.
This school operates alongside several other private K–12 options within a two–mile radius, providing additional educational choices in Pasco County.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
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 Esther School Inc- Palmetto?
The application deadline for Esther School Inc- Palmetto is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Esther School Inc- Palmetto is Fellowship Baptist Academy (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Elfers Christian School (2.7 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Fellowship Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
5940 Massachusetts Ave
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 848-4593
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 848-4593
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 36 students Tuition listed
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Alternative School
6012 US Highway 19
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 900-5186
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 900-5186
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Covenant Christian School
(Christian)
Po Box 1283
New Port Richey, FL 34656
(727) 939-9400
New Port Richey, FL 34656
(727) 939-9400
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 56 students
Esther's School New Port Richey
Special Education School (Christian)
5418 Madison St
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 312-3760
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 312-3760
1.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 29 students
4416 Thys Road
New Port Richey, FL 34653
(727) 842-8919
New Port Richey, FL 34653
(727) 842-8919
2.6 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 25 students Tuition listed
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