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Wavecrest Academy
School
1244 WATER ST, Melbourne, FL 32935
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Wavecrest Academy
School in Melbourne · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wavecrest Academy
Wavecrest Academy is a private school in Melbourne, FL. Wavecrest Academy serves approximately 23 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 23 students, Wavecrest Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.5:1 students to teachers, Wavecrest Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wavecrest 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 Wavecrest Academy compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Melbourne, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wavecrest Academy (this school) | — |
| HARBOR CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| EAU GALLIE HIGH SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| WEST SHORE JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 9.0 |
| DR. W.J. CREEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| CROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| LYNDON B. JOHNSON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| ROY ALLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| MELBOURNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| SABAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| SOUTH AREA ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER | 4.1 |
| SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| UNIVERSITY PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.1 |
| STONE MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| MELBOURNE CENTER FOR PERSONAL GROWTH | — |
| PALM BAY MAGNET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| SUNTREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| QUEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Address
- 1244 WATER ST, Melbourne, FL 32935
- Phone
- (321) 795-3458
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in FL aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
1244 WATER ST, Melbourne, FL 32935
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wavecrest Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. VERDI ECOSCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away). Additionally, RFM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 2.2 miles away). For more schools in Melbourne, see our Melbourne schools guide .
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20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32935 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,841
Median Home Value
$240,500
Median Rent
$1,404/mo
Population
41,533
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wavecrest Academy
What grades does Wavecrest Academy serve?
Wavecrest Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Wavecrest Academy?
Wavecrest Academy has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wavecrest Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Wavecrest Academy is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Wavecrest Academy a private school?
Yes, Wavecrest 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 Wavecrest Academy a religious school?
No, Wavecrest Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Gender Split
- 74% M / 26% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Brevard County
- Phone
- (321) 795-3458
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