Very Good
#217 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 15% of private schools
St Mary Catholic School
Elementary School
110 ROBINWOOD DR SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#217 of 1,462
In Fort Walton Beach
#1 of 4
public schools
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St Mary Catholic School
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About St Mary Catholic School
St Mary Catholic School is a private elementary school in Fort Walton Beach, FL. St Mary Catholic School serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #217 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
St Mary Catholic 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
BetaHow St Mary Catholic School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Fort Walton Beach, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Catholic School (this school) | 7.5 |
| OKALOOSA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM | — |
| NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE | 6.5 |
| MAX BRUNER JUNIOR MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| ANNETTE P. EDWINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| SILVER SANDS-EXCEP. CHILDREN | 5.4 |
| ELLIOTT POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| W. C. PRYOR MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| OKALOOSA ACADEMY | 4.0 |
| LIZA JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| OKALOOSA TECHNICAL COLLEGE | 4.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
110 ROBINWOOD DR SW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LIZA JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Walton Beach, see our Fort Walton Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Fort Walton Beach | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| FIRST UNITED METHODIST SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| OKALOOSA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Fort Walton Beach | 0.7 mi | — |
| NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE Fort Walton Beach | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| MAX BRUNER JUNIOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| ANNETTE P. EDWINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| FORT WALTON BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| SILVER SANDS-EXCEP. CHILDREN Fort Walton Beach | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ELLIOTT POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| WRIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY & PRESCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| MARY ESTHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mary Esther | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| W. C. PRYOR MIDDLE SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| CHOCTAWHATCHEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| LOTUS LEARNING & ARTS CENTER Fort Walton Beach | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ADVANCED SACRED HOPE ACADEMY Mary Esther | 2.6 mi | — |
| OKALOOSA ACADEMY Fort Walton Beach | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| KENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| LIZA JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| CLIFFORD MEIGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Shalimar | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
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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| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota, FL | 7.5 |
| BARBARA HAWKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami Gardens, FL | 7.5 |
| BEACON COLLEGE PREP K-8 Opa Locka, FL | 7.5 |
| BOCA RATON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boca Raton, FL | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Catholic School
What grades does St Mary Catholic School serve?
St Mary Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Catholic School?
St Mary Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Catholic School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Catholic School rank in FL?
St Mary Catholic School ranks #217 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is St Mary Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Mary Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Mary Catholic School a religious school?
St Mary Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 353
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Okaloosa County
- Phone
- (850) 243-8913
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