Located in Fort Walton Beach, FL, First United Methodist School offers early childhood education for grades PK through K in a city鈥揵ased setting.
The school has an enrollment of 155 students supported by 3 teachers, resulting in a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 52:1.
First United Methodist School is affiliated with the Methodist denomination and participates in other religious and school associations.
The school's student population includes approximately 10 percent students of color, reflecting some diversity within the student body.
Tuition rates align with the Fort Walton Beach area average for elementary private schools, which is $8,214.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
155 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are First United Methodist School often compared to?
First United Methodist School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Mary Catholic School, Calvary Christian Academy & Preschool by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for First United Methodist School?
The application deadline for First United Methodist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 91黑料s
The nearest high school to First United Methodist School is Calvary Christian Academy & Preschool (2.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Emerald Coast Christian School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Beulah Christian Academy (0.6 miles away)
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Beulah Christian Academy
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
109 Mcgriff St Ne
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-1724
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-1724
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 116 students
Emerald Coast Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
119 Saint Mary Ave Sw
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-1910
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-1910
0.6 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 11 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
110 Robinwood Dr Sw
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-8913
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-8913
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3
Montessori Learning Center
Montessori School
28 MIRACLE STRIP PKWY SW STE 2
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 244-1775
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 244-1775
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 127 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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(Baptist)
26 Yacht Club Drive
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-7515
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
(850) 243-7515
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 160 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
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