The Northwest Florida Academy

303 W 26th St Lynn Haven, FL 32444
www.nwfacademy.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-11
  • Enrollment: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • The Northwest Florida Academy in Lynn Haven, FL, serves 12 students across grades 1 through 11 in a nonsectarian special education program within a suburban community.
  • The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 2 teachers supporting its enrollment.
  • Approximately 25 percent of the student body represents diverse racial backgrounds.
  • As a midsize suburban school, it offers a specialized, small–group educational setting tailored to its student population.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 1-11
  • Enrollment: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-11
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
12 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for The Northwest Florida Academy?
The application deadline for The Northwest Florida Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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