Private School Review - Established 2003
Calvary Christian Academy & Preschool
Cinco Christain School
Agathon University Academy Top 11 · Lowest Tuition (FL)

Fort Walton Beach Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private schools serving 1,303 students in Fort Walton Beach, FL, 14% of all K-12 students in Fort Walton Beach, FL are educated in private schools versus public schools (compared to the FL state average of 14%).
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Florida private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
88% of private schools in Fort Walton Beach, FL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Fort Walton Beach Private Schools (2026-27)

Agathon University Academy Photo
Agathon University Academy
Gr: K-12 | 33 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Christian
5 Lane Drive Unit B
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32569
(970) 380-9814
View Profile
Calvary Christian Academy & Preschool Photo
Calvary Christian Academy & Preschool
Gr: PK-12 | 293 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 10
Baptist
535 Clifford Street
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
(850) 862-1414
(10)
View Profile
Map of Emerald Coast Christian School
Emerald Coast Christian School
Gr: 1-8 | 11 students
Seventh Day Adventist
119 Saint Mary Ave Sw
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-1910
View Profile
Map of St. Mary Catholic School
St. Mary Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
110 Robinwood Dr Sw
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-8913
(2)
View Profile
Map of Beulah Christian Academy
Beulah Christian Academy
Gr: PK-K | 116 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
109 Mcgriff St Ne
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-1724
View Profile
Cinco Christain School Photo
Cinco Christain School
Gr: PK-5 | 160 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
26 Yacht Club Drive
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-7515
View Profile
Map of First United Methodist School
First United Methodist School
Gr: PK-K | 155 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
103 1st St Se
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-0431
View Profile
Map of Montessori Learning Center
Montessori Learning Center
Gr: PK-5 | 127 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Montessori School
28 MIRACLE STRIP PKWY SW STE 2
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 244-1775
View Profile
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Fort Walton Beach, Florida Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Infinite Grace Autism Academy
Infinite Grace Autism Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 14 students
Special Education School
419 Racetrack Rd Nw
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
View Profile

Fort Walton Beach, FL Private School Trends

8
Private Schools
1,303
Students
$5,374
Avg. Tuition
13
Avg. Class Size
31%
Students of Color
14:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
Download town snapshot: CSV | XML | JSON Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission.
Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Fort Walton Beach)
This State (FL)
# Schools
8 Schools
2,773 Schools
# Students
1,303 Students
480,518 Students
% Students of Color
31%
48%
0.63
0.73
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
0 Students
1,211 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
<1%
# Asian Students
16 Students
13,035 Students
% Asian Students
2%
3%
# Hispanic Students
82 Students
90,961 Students
% Hispanic Students
8%
19%
# Black Students
56 Students
55,341 Students
% Black Students
6%
12%
# White Students
345 Students
180,771 Students
% White Students
34%
38%
# Hawaiian Students
2 Students
1,211 Students
% Hawaiian Students
<1%
<1%
# Others Students
509 Students
130,272 Students
% of Others Students
50%
28%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
94 Teachers
41,826 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
62%
52%
Average Class Size
13 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
20 courses
14 courses
Average SAT score
1060
(Out of 1600)
1190
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
25
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$5,374
$12,529
Average Summer Program Cost
$530
$636
Average % on Financial Aid
75%
48%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,350
$6,491
Admissions & Athletics
Average Acceptance Rate
90%
84%
Average Number of Extracurriculars
5 extracurriculars
8 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
6 sports
7 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Fort Walton Beach, FL?
The top ranked private schools in Fort Walton Beach, FL include Emerald Coast Christian School, St. Mary Catholic School, and Calvary Christian Academy & Preschool.
How many private schools are located in Fort Walton Beach?
8 private schools are located in Fort Walton Beach.
How diverse are private schools in Fort Walton Beach?
Fort Walton Beach private schools are approximately 31% minority students, which is lower than the Florida private school average of 48%.
What percentage of students in Fort Walton Beach go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in Fort Walton Beach are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Fort Walton Beach?
88% of private schools in Fort Walton Beach are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).
Which private schools in Fort Walton Beach are often viewed compared to one another?

Recent Articles

When a Private School Changes Head of School
When a Private School Changes Head of School
A private school leadership change can raise important questions. Learn how to evaluate head of school transitions, identify warning signs, and protect your child's educational experience before enrolling confidently.
Private School Financial Aid Renewal: Could Awards Shrink?
Private School Financial Aid Renewal: Could Awards Shrink?
Could your private school financial aid shrink next year? Learn why awards change, how income and school budgets affect renewal, and what parents can do to protect affordability long-term.
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Private School Admissions
Need-Blind vs. Need-Aware Private School Admissions
Understand how need-blind and need-aware private school admissions affect acceptance decisions, financial aid eligibility, and affordability, with practical guidance to help parents compare schools, ask questions, and plan confidently ahead.
Area schools map

Filter Schools

School Level
Must Offer Grade
Show more
Gender
School Focus
Religious Affiliation
ADD/ADHD Support
Summer Program

Quick Links

SCHOOL SEARCH TOOLS:
SCHOOL BY TYPE (FL):
OPEN-HOUSES & JOBS:
PUBLIC & BOARDING SCHOOLS:
PRIVATE SCHOOL DATA:

Most Popular Articles

Financial Aid for Private Schools: 2026 Parent Guide
Financial Aid for Private Schools: 2026 Parent Guide
 What's In A Grade?
What's In A Grade?
Florida Private Schools By Tuition Cost
Florida Private Schools By Tuition Cost

More Articles

COVID-19
Running a Private School
Elementary School
Why Private School
Pre-school