Below Average
#3365 of 3,777 schools in FL
Silver Sands-excep. Children
School · OKALOOSA
349 HOLMES BLVD NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Fort Walton Beach
#12 of 13
public schools
Florida schools
#228 of 260
In district
#39 of 46
OKALOOSA
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Silver Sands-excep. Children
Silver Sands-Excep. Children is a regular public school located in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, serving students from preschool through grade 12. With an enrollment of just 106 students and a student-teacher ratio of 5.3:1, the school offers a personalized learning environment supported by 20 full-time equivalent teachers.
Despite ranking lower academically—MySchoolScout gives it a rating of 2.2 out of 10 and places it at #3687 among Florida’s 3816 schools—the focus is on student development rather than test scores, with 21% proficiency in ELA/Reading and 16% proficiency in Math across all grade levels. Silver Sands-Excep. Children stands out for its small city setting within Fort Walton Beach, offering a close-knit community feel where students can receive individual attention and support.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 106 students, Silver Sands-excep. Children is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.3:1, Silver Sands-excep. Children offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Silver Sands-excep. Children — Students at Silver Sands-excep. Children score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.2/10.
How Silver Sands-excep. Children Compares
See how Silver Sands-excep. Children performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 27% (2019) to 5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 27% (2019) to 15% (2021).
Location
349 HOLMES BLVD NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silver Sands-excep. Children may also want to explore other schools in the area. NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOTUS LEARNING & ARTS CENTER (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Walton Beach, see our Fort Walton Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAX BRUNER JUNIOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ANNETTE P. EDWINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| MARY ESTHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mary Esther | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ADVANCED SACRED HOPE ACADEMY Mary Esther | 1.6 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Fort Walton Beach | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| OKALOOSA ACADEMY Fort Walton Beach | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| LOTUS LEARNING & ARTS CENTER Fort Walton Beach | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| W. C. PRYOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| FIRST UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.0 mi | — |
| OKALOOSA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Fort Walton Beach | 2.2 mi | — |
| CHOCTAWHATCHEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| LIZA JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE Fort Walton Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ELLIOTT POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| OKALOOSA TECHNICAL COLLEGE Fort Walton Beach | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Silver Sands-excep. Children has a median household income of $63,857. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $291,000, with a median rent of $1,281/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.8%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL STARS EDUCATION ACADEMY Hialeah, FL | 4.6 |
| CENTRAL FL ACADEMY SANFORD Sanford, FL | 4.6 |
| LEON COUNTY VIRTUAL SCHOOL FRANCHISE Tallahassee, FL | 4.6 |
| NEW GENERATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Davie, FL | 4.6 |
| MURL WINDSOR ACADEMY AT HOLLYWOOD Fort Lauderdale, FL | 4.5 |
| OXFORD PREPARATORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Monticello, FL | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silver Sands-excep. Children
What grades does Silver Sands-excep. Children serve?
Silver Sands-excep. Children serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Silver Sands-excep. Children?
Silver Sands-excep. Children has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver Sands-excep. Children?
The student-teacher ratio at Silver Sands-excep. Children is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silver Sands-excep. Children rank in FL?
Silver Sands-excep. Children is ranked #3365 out of 3,777 schools in FL.
What is Silver Sands-excep. Children's MySchoolScout rating?
Silver Sands-excep. Children has a composite rating of 4.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Silver Sands-excep. Children?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Silver Sands-excep. Children has 16.0% math proficiency and 21.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Silver Sands-excep. Children a charter school?
No, Silver Sands-excep. Children is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silver Sands-excep. Children a Title I school?
No, Silver Sands-excep. Children is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver Sands-excep. Children?
66.0% of students at Silver Sands-excep. Children 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 106
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Okaloosa County
- Phone
- (850) 833-3364
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
OKALOOSA- District Enrollment
- 32,426
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,809
- District Rank
- #39 of 46
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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