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Gold Star Private Academy

13036 Nw Freeman Rd
Bristol, FL 32321

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Tel: (850) 601-5075

www.gspafl.org

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Gold Star Private Academy in Bristol, FL, is a rural, nonsectarian special education school serving grades K–11 with a total enrollment of 17 students.

The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 4:1, supported by 4 full–time teachers.

Approximately 12% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school community.

Gold Star Private Academy operates within a rural area and provides education specifically focused on special education needs.

Nearby schools include Apalachicola Forest Youth Camp and Liberty Wilderness Crossroads Camp, both located about 11 miles away with slightly higher enrollments and student–teacher ratios.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-11
Enrollment: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-11

Student Body

Total Students

17 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

12%

State avg.: 47%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

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 Gold Star Private Academy?

The application deadline for Gold Star Private Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-11
Enrollment: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Florida is $13,737 for elementary schools and $14,521 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Florida is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).