Space Coast Discovery in Melbourne, FL is a nonsectarian special education school serving preschool through fifth grade in a suburban community.
The school enrolls 134 students, with 41 in kindergarten through fifth grade, and has a student–teacher ratio of 34:1 supported by 4 teachers.
Founded in 1992, Space Coast Discovery offers programming within a large suburban locale in Melbourne.
Approximately one–third (33%) of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
134 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition Info available on request.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Space Coast Discovery?
The application deadline for Space Coast Discovery is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Space Coast Discovery is Melbourne Central Catholic High School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Bethany Christian School (1.6 miles away)
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