Very Good
#298 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 20% of private schools
Walker Memorial Academy
School
1525 W AVON BLVD, Avon Park, FL 33825
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
234
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#298 of 1,462
In Avon Park
#1 of 3
public schools
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Walker Memorial Academy
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About Walker Memorial Academy
Walker Memorial Academy is a private school in Avon Park, FL. Walker Memorial Academy serves approximately 234 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Walker Memorial Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #298 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Walker Memorial Academy 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 Walker Memorial Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Avon Park, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Walker Memorial Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.5 |
| AVON PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| AVON PARK HIGH SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
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
1525 W AVON BLVD, Avon Park, FL 33825
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walker Memorial Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HIGHLANDS VIRTUAL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Sebring), with a very similar rating. Another option is PARKVIEW PREP ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Avon Park, see our Avon Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Avon Park | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon Park | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon Park | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| PARKVIEW PREP ACADEMY Avon Park | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| AVON PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Avon Park | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| AVON PARK HIGH SCHOOL Avon Park | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon Park | 5.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SUN 'N LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring | 6.2 mi | 7.9 |
| HILL-GUSTAT MIDDLE SCHOOL Sebring | 7.7 mi | 5.1 |
| FROSTPROOF MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH Frostproof | 9.3 mi | 5.3 |
| FROSTPROOF BEN HILL GRIFFIN JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Frostproof | 9.6 mi | 5.1 |
| WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring | 9.7 mi | 7.3 |
| DIVINE ACADEMY INC. Sebring | 10.2 mi | 3.6 |
| SEBRING MIDDLE SCHOOL Sebring | 10.4 mi | 6.0 |
| NON-ENROLLED PK EXCEPTIONAL ED PROGRAM Sebring | 10.8 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS COUNTY HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND PROGRAM Sebring | 10.8 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS COUNTY SCHOOLS JAIL PROGRAM Sebring | 10.8 mi | — |
| HIGHLANDS VIRTUAL SCHOOL Sebring | 10.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ST CATHERINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sebring | 11.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SEBRING HIGH SCHOOL Sebring | 11.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33825 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,604
Median Home Value
$152,400
Median Rent
$902/mo
Population
24,974
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
48.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIGHT HORIZONS Pompano Beach, FL | 7.3 |
| EASTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando, FL | 7.3 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sebring, FL | 7.3 |
| NINA HARRIS ESE CENTER Pinellas Park, FL | 7.3 |
| QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Brooksville, FL | 7.3 |
| REDLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Homestead, FL | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walker Memorial Academy
What grades does Walker Memorial Academy serve?
Walker Memorial Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Walker Memorial Academy?
Walker Memorial Academy has an enrollment of approximately 234 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walker Memorial Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Walker Memorial Academy is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Walker Memorial Academy rank in FL?
Walker Memorial Academy ranks #298 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Walker Memorial Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Walker Memorial Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Walker Memorial Academy a private school?
Yes, Walker Memorial Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Walker Memorial Academy a religious school?
Walker Memorial Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 234
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Highlands County
- Phone
- (863) 453-3131
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