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#335 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 23% of private schools

Rocky Bayou Christian School

School

2101 PARTIN DR N, Niceville, FL 32578

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

863

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

863

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#335 of 1,462

In Niceville

#1 of 2

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About Rocky Bayou Christian School

Rocky Bayou Christian School is a private school in Niceville, FL. Rocky Bayou Christian School serves approximately 863 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rocky Bayou Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #335 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.9 pts above FL schools

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Rocky Bayou Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Rocky Bayou Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Rocky Bayou Christian School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Niceville, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.1:1

This School

22.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

863

This School

959

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.2

This School

7.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.6% vs 0%

Black 5.9% vs 0%

Asian 5.1% vs 0%

Rocky Bayou Christian School Niceville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Rocky Bayou Christian School (this school)	—	863	9.1:1	7.2
C. W. RUCKEL MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.9 mi	1,054	20.3:1	7.3
JAMES E PLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	820	17.1:1	8.2
NICEVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	1.0 mi	1,998	23.5:1	7.3
COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL AT NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE	1.1 mi	423	42.3:1	6.7
LULA J. EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.0 mi	543	17.5:1	7.6
BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	914	16.3:1	8.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

A- 7.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 7.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 49%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.9 / 10

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Enrollment 863

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 69.4%

Two or More 10.2%

Hispanic 7.6%

Black 5.9%

Asian 5.1%

Pacific Islander 0.9%

Native American 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2101 PARTIN DR N, Niceville, FL 32578

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rocky Bayou Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. OKALOOSA STEMM CENTER (rated 9.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Valparaiso), which scores notably higher. Another option is JAMES E PLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Niceville, see our Niceville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
JAMES E PLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niceville	0.9 mi	820	8.2
ST PAUL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Niceville	1.0 mi	58	6.2
C. W. RUCKEL MIDDLE SCHOOL Niceville	0.9 mi	1,054	7.3
NICEVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Niceville	1.0 mi	1,998	7.3
COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL AT NORTHWEST FLORIDA STATE COLLEGE Niceville	1.1 mi	423	6.7
EMERALD COAST AUTISM CENTER Niceville	1.3 mi	10	—
LULA J. EDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niceville	2.0 mi	543	7.6
OKALOOSA STEMM CENTER Valparaiso	2.6 mi	359	9.4
ADDIE R. LEWIS SCHOOL Valparaiso	3.0 mi	677	7.2
BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Niceville	3.6 mi	914	8.2
EGLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eglin Afb	6.5 mi	429	7.3
DESTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Destin	8.8 mi	933	7.9
DESTIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Destin	9.1 mi	851	6.7
DESTIN HIGH SCHOOL Destin	9.4 mi	557	3.7
SHALIMAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shalimar	8.6 mi	589	6.1
LONGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shalimar	8.7 mi	574	3.6
CLIFFORD MEIGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Shalimar	9.0 mi	558	5.8
KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach	9.9 mi	525	6.9
OKALOOSA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Fort Walton Beach	10.0 mi	43	4.7
ELLIOTT POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach	10.9 mi	598	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32578 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,858

Median Home Value

$414,900

Median Rent

$1,744/mo

Population

33,948

College Educated

45%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rocky Bayou Christian School

What grades does Rocky Bayou Christian School serve?

Rocky Bayou Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Rocky Bayou Christian School?

Rocky Bayou Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 863 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rocky Bayou Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rocky Bayou Christian School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rocky Bayou Christian School rank in FL?

Rocky Bayou Christian School ranks #335 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Rocky Bayou Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rocky Bayou Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rocky Bayou Christian School a private school?

Yes, Rocky Bayou Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Rocky Bayou Christian School a religious school?

Rocky Bayou Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 32 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 863
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 95
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize Suburb
County: Okaloosa County
Phone: (850) 678-9621

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