Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Ohana Institute
About the School
- Ohana Institute is a fully accredited, independent, private, exploratory and innovative school serving students in grades Pre K 12 in the Florida Panhandle.
- The school operates on a flexible calendar that emphasizes project-based learning and combines both theoretical and real-world experiences for students through an engaging and broad array of subjects.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked FL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Ohana Institute ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
Extra-curric.
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2011
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
203 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 48%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average SAT score
1320
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
28
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubBook Club
CampingChess Club
Culinary ClubDebate Club
Esports ClubLego Club
Math ClubRobotics Team
Science ClubSports Club
Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClassesMusic
Theatre Arts
School Notes
- School Motto: The Mission of Ohana Institute is to respect the individual needs of all students, foster a caring and creative environment, and use innovative technology to deliver an experiential, student-centered blended education model.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ohana Institute's ranking?
Ohana Institute ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Ohana Institute?
The application deadline for Ohana Institute is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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