South Walton Academy in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, serves 46 students in grades K–8 in a nonsectarian, suburban setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 with 12 total teachers supporting individualized instruction.
Approximately 17% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school community.
South Walton Academy offers a regular elementary and secondary program without religious affiliation.
The school is located in a midsize suburb near Miramar Beach and is among smaller private schools in the area by enrollment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
46 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Walton Academy often compared to?
South Walton Academy is often viewed alongside schools like South Walton Montessori Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for South Walton Academy?
The application deadline for South Walton Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 91s
Popular comparisons: South Walton Academy vs. South Walton Montessori Academy
The nearest high school to South Walton Academy is Westonwood Ranch (10.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Gateway Academy (3.0 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Ohana Day School at Grand Boulevard (0.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Ohana Day School at Grand Boulevard ![Ohana Day School at Grand Boulevard Photo]( "Ohana Day School at Grand Boulevard Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
495 Grand Boulevard J98
Miramar Beach, FL 32550
(850) 608-2081
Miramar Beach, FL 32550
(850) 608-2081
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K Avg. class size: 10 students
Gateway Academy ![Gateway Academy Photo]( "Gateway Academy Photo")
(Christian)
122 Poinciana Blvd
Miramar Beach, FL 32550
(850) 654-9095
Miramar Beach, FL 32550
(850) 654-9095
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 441 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
The Tree House Episcopal Montessori School
Montessori School (Episcopal)
480 N County Highway 393
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 622-9771
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 622-9771
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 80 students Tuition listed
Les Petits Prep School
Daycare / Preschool
56 Spires Ln Unit 12a
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 502-0052
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 502-0052
5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 9 students
7 Town Center Loop Unit C15
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 291-7197
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
(850) 291-7197
5.1 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 9 students
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