Below Average
#3430 of 3,778 schools in FL
Okaloosa Academy
School · OKALOOSA
720 LOVEJOY ROAD NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
52.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
52.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,430 of 3,778
In Fort Walton Beach
#13 of 13
public schools
In district
#42 of 46
OKALOOSA
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Okaloosa Academy
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About Okaloosa Academy
Okaloosa Academy is a public school in Fort Walton Beach, FL, part of OKALOOSA. Okaloosa Academy serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 52.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Okaloosa Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,430 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Okaloosa Academy show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, Okaloosa Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Okaloosa Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Okaloosa Academy runs 52.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Okaloosa Academy — Students at Okaloosa Academy score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 37 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Okaloosa Academy Compares
See how Okaloosa Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
720 LOVEJOY ROAD NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Okaloosa Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE (rated 6.5/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOTUS LEARNING & ARTS CENTER (rated 6.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Walton Beach, see our Fort Walton Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ADVANCED SACRED HOPE ACADEMY Mary Esther | 1.0 mi | — |
| MARY ESTHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mary Esther | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| SILVER SANDS-EXCEP. CHILDREN Fort Walton Beach | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ANNETTE P. EDWINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| MAX BRUNER JUNIOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| LOTUS LEARNING & ARTS CENTER Fort Walton Beach | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| LIZA JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| W. C. PRYOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Fort Walton Beach | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| CHOCTAWHATCHEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| FIRST UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 3.7 mi | — |
| OKALOOSA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Fort Walton Beach | 3.8 mi | — |
| FLOROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mary Esther | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE Fort Walton Beach | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| OKALOOSA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Fort Walton Beach | 4.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,857
Median Home Value
$291,000
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
23,209
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
39.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Okaloosa Academy
What grades does Okaloosa Academy serve?
Okaloosa Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Okaloosa Academy?
Okaloosa Academy has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Okaloosa Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Okaloosa Academy is 52.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Okaloosa Academy rank in FL?
Okaloosa Academy ranks #3,430 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Okaloosa Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Okaloosa Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Okaloosa Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Okaloosa Academy has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Okaloosa Academy a charter school?
Yes, Okaloosa Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Okaloosa Academy a Title I school?
No, Okaloosa Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Okaloosa Academy?
72.0% of students at Okaloosa Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 157
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 52.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Okaloosa County
- Phone
- (850) 864-3133
- 4-Year Graduation
- 24.5%
Resources & Links
District
OKALOOSA- District Enrollment
- 32,426
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,809
- District Rank
- #42 of 46
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