Donna Klein Jewish Academy Photo - Donna Klein Jewish Academy is a K-12 Jewish Community Day School where project-based learning and a focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math (STEAM) is embraced.

Best Florida Private High Schools with Special Program Emphasis (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 39 private high schools with special program emphasis serving 7,637 students in Florida.
The top ranked with special program emphasis private high schools in Florida include AEF Schools, American Heritage Schools, Palm Beach Campus, and CRISDA Christian Academy.
The average tuition cost is $18,057, which is higher than the Florida private high school average tuition cost of $14,642.
44% of private high schools with special program emphasis in Florida are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Other).
Special education schools primarily serve specific student groups such as those that may be hard of hearing, deaf, speech impaired, health impaired, orthopedically impaired, cognitive delays/impairments, seriously emotionally disturbed, multi-handicapped, visually handicapped, or deaf and blind.

Top Ranked Florida Private High Schools with Special Program Emphasis (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
AEF Schools
AEF Schools Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(7)
4650 SW 61st Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
(954) 581-8222
Gr: K-12 | 254 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The American Academy, Broward Campus
The American Academy, Broward Campus Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(10)
12200 Broward Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33325
(954) 472-0022
Gr: PK-12 | 300 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
American Heritage Schools, Palm Beach Campus
American Heritage Schools, Palm Beach Campus Photo - American Heritage Schools is a leader in private education, academic excellence, and innovation. With two 40 acre campuses, one in Palm Beach and one in Broward County, Florida, we serve 4,600 students grades Pre-K 3 through 12.
Special Program Emphasis
(28)
6200 Linton Blvd.
Delray Beach, FL 33484
(561) 495-7272
Gr: NS-12 | 2,001 students Avg. class size: 27 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 49 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Creation Village World School
Creation Village World School Photo
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(1)
599 Celebration Pl
Kissimmee, FL 34747
(407) 900-7708
Gr: NS-11 | 358 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Fathers Harbor Academy
Fathers Harbor Academy Photo - Father's H.a.r.b.o.r. Academy elementary students respect each other and work together socially as well as academically.
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(3)
6565 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 306-9579
Gr: K-12 | 63 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Acton Academy Fort Lauderdale
Special Program Emphasis
2250 SW 31st Ave - Building B
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
(844) 284-7460
Gr: PK-12 | 70 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
CRISDA Christian Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
7949 NW 2nd Street
Miami, FL 33126
(305) 265-1108
Gr: K-12 | 109 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Donna Klein Jewish Academy
Donna Klein Jewish Academy Photo - Donna Klein Jewish Academy is a K-12 Jewish Community Day School where project-based learning and a focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math (STEAM) is embraced.
Special Program Emphasis (Jewish)
(2)
9701 Donna Klein Blvd
Boca Raton, FL 33428
(561) 852-3310
Gr: K-12 | 618 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Geneva School
The Geneva School Photo
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(18)
1775 Seminola Boulevard
Casselberry, FL 32707
(321) 422-0202
Gr: PK-12 | 689 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Crane Brook Academics
Special Program Emphasis
(2)
335 E. Hibiscus St
Lake Placid, FL 33852
(863) 464-0559
Gr: 1-12 | 49 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Lightwork Education & Wellness Center
Lightwork Education & Wellness Center Photo
Special Program Emphasis
604 NW 12th Ave
Miami, FL 33136
(813) 629-2850
Gr: PK-12 | 72 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Millennium Academy
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
10005 Ridge Road
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 845-8150
Gr: K-12 | 91 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montverde Academy
Montverde Academy Photo - Montverde Academy Upper School thrives on a few simple but powerful principles, all aimed at helping students grow and excel. Here's what makes us special: We believe that a strong educational framework is key. Our approach is grounded in a shared vision and strategic planning, both inside and outside the classroom.
Special Program Emphasis
17235 7th Street
Montverde, FL 34756
(407) 469-2561
Gr: PK-12 | 1,398 student Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 46 Tuition listed
Score Academy
Score Academy Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(3)
1035 S State Rd 7, Ste 118
Wellington, FL 33414
(561) 333-8882
Gr: K-12 | 23 students Avg. class size: 4 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Victory Performing Arts Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(1)
5783 Rolyat Rd
Milton, FL 32571
(850) 994-5491
Gr: PK-12 | 321 students
Barbaras Kitchen School Of Excellence (bkse)
Special Program Emphasis
17050 N Us Highway 301 Unit 1
Citra, FL 32113
(352) 595-1346
Gr: 1-11 | 57 students Tuition listed
Bayaan Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Islamic)
15435 Morris Bridge Rd
Thonotosassa, FL 33592
(813) 548-0126
Gr: PK-12 | 160 students Tuition listed
Boca Prep International School
Boca Prep International School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(2)
10333 Diego Drive South
Boca Raton, FL 33428
(561) 852-1410
Gr: PK-12 | 152 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Brightmont Academy - Boca Raton
Brightmont Academy - Boca Raton Photo - one teacher one student
Special Program Emphasis
19102 S State Road 7
Boca Raton, FL 33498
(561) 948-2357
Gr: 1-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
Brightmont Academy - South Miami
Brightmont Academy - South Miami Photo - one teacher one student
Special Program Emphasis
6101 SW 76th Street
Miami, FL 33143
(305) 433-7557
Gr: 1-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
Divine Academy Inc.
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
449 Park St
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 451-5071
Gr: K-12 | 96 students
Emilio Sanchez American School
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
4995 Airport Pulling Rd N
Naples, FL 34105
(239) 330-7339
Gr: 7-12 | 33 students
Fmi S.t.e.m. Academy
Special Program Emphasis
325 Ocoee Apopka Rd
Ocoee, FL 34767
(407) 490-8810
Gr: 5-11 | 14 students Tuition listed
Fmi Stem Academy
Special Program Emphasis
325 Ocoee Apopka Rd
Ocoee, FL 34761
(352) 255-2921
Gr: 6-12 | 19 students Tuition listed
Gulf Coast School For Autism
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
2404 Ruth Hentz Avenue, Bldg. C
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 257-5998
Gr: K-12 | 23 students
The Harid Conservatory
The Harid Conservatory Photo - HARID students performing the Grand Pas de Six from The Nutcracker, Act II.
Special Program Emphasis
2285 Potomac Road
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(561) 997-2677
Gr: 9-12 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Hosanna Christian Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
2021 Nw 69th Ter
Pompano Beach, FL 33063
(954) 822-1747
Gr: K-11 | 18 students
Huntington Learning Center - Shahwan Invest
Special Program Emphasis
3150 Citrus Tower Blvd Ste B
Clermont, FL 34711
(206) 245-3808
Gr: 1-9 | 24 students
Lee Academy For Gifted Education
Special Program Emphasis
8613 Twin Lakes Blvd
Tampa, FL 33614
(813) 931-3316
Gr: K-12 | 59 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
Legacy Elite Christian Preparatory School
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
7402 N 56th St Unit 104-106
Tampa, FL 33617
(813) 999-1734
Gr: PK-12 | 57 students
Letta K Lewis Preparatory
Special Program Emphasis
15310 Amberly Dr, Ste 250
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 502-0788
Gr: 12 | 1 student
Lighthouse Christian School Callaham
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
541798 Us Highway 1
Callahan, FL 32011
(904) 549-5500
Gr: 2-12 | 58 students
Paideia Classical Academy
Special Program Emphasis
(7)
2370 Hammock Blvd.
Pompano Beach, FL 33063
(954) 974-1121
Gr: PK-12 Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Sai Academy
Special Program Emphasis
295 Ne Ivanhoe Blvd Apt 214
Orlando, FL 32804
(407) 624-4208
Gr: 7-9 | 12 students
Spring Valley School
Special Program Emphasis
2109 Nebraska Ave
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
(727) 781-1234
Gr: NS-12 | 35 students Tuition listed
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools with special program emphasis in Florida?
The top ranked private high schools with special program emphasis in Florida include AEF Schools, American Heritage Schools, Palm Beach Campus, and CRISDA Christian Academy.
How many private high schools with special program emphasis are located in Florida?
39 private high schools with special program emphasis are located in Florida.
How much do private high schools with special program emphasis cost in Florida?
The average tuition cost is $18,057, which is higher than the Florida private school average tuition cost of $14,642.
How diverse are private high schools with special program emphasis in Florida?
Florida private high schools with special program emphasis are approximately 40% minority students, which is lower than the Florida private school average of 45%.
What percentage of private high schools with special program emphasis are religiously affiliated in Florida?
44% of private high schools with special program emphasis in Florida are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Other).

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