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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

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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.2Significantly Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-8.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Significantly Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency15%
Overall Proficiency10%
Expected (poverty-adj.)41%
vs. Expected-30.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness6.5Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio5.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,590

Silver Sands-excep. Children — Students at Silver Sands-excep. Children score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 16.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%

* 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.

Overall Score
4.6/10
11th percentile in FL
Academic
1.7/10
1.7/10
Growth
1.2/10
Below average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
5:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers

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.

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

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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