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#1186 of 1,462 private schools in FL
South Walton Montessori Academy
Elementary School · Santa Rosa Beach, FL
A private elementary school in Santa Rosa Beach, FL serving grades Pre-K – 8th.
101 EDEN GARDENS RD, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
- 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
PreliminaryWhat this rating measures
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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
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Where South Walton Montessori Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 15Car-Dependent
- Bike 25Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Average653/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$101,067
Median home value
$613,100
Median rent
$2,165/mo
College educated
48.2%
Homeownership
77.2%
Poverty rate
6.6%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 32459; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
2 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.0 | PK | 0.2 mi | 124 | Compare → |
| Dune Lakes Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.1 | K–5 | 0.2 mi | 919 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
South Walton Montessori Academy is listed in Santa Rosa Beach, FL; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About South Walton Montessori Academy
South Walton Montessori Academy is a private elementary school in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, serving approximately 46 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,186 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about South Walton Montessori Academy
What grades does South Walton Montessori Academy serve?
South Walton Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend South Walton Montessori Academy?
South Walton Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Walton Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at South Walton Montessori Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does South Walton Montessori Academy rank in FL?
South Walton Montessori Academy ranks #1,186 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is South Walton Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
South Walton Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is South Walton Montessori Academy a private school?
Yes, South Walton Montessori Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is South Walton Montessori Academy a religious school?
No, South Walton Montessori Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Walton County
- Phone
- (850) 231-5955
- Area population (ZIP 32459)
- 22,104
- Area average commute
- 26.6 min
- Area median age
- 46.2
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 32459; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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