Serving 134 students in grades 3-8, Northwest Florida Ballet Academie ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Northwest Florida Ballet Academie encompasses the entire school district in Fort Walton Beach, FL, covering approximately 1,082.1 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 26.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge, and the furthest edge located 42.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Florida Ballet Academie ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northwest Florida Ballet Academie's student population of 134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Motto
NFB strives to provide a premier arts education and classical ballet experience that enriches the lives of the Northwest Florida community.
School Rankings
Northwest Florida Ballet Academie ranks within the top 1% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Florida Ballet Academie is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#32 out of 3662 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
No specific colors mentioned
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Florida Ballet Academie's ranking?
Northwest Florida Ballet Academie is ranked #32 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Northwest Florida Ballet Academie often compared to?
Northwest Florida Ballet Academieis often viewed alongside schools like Okaloosa Stemm Center, Liza Jackson Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Northwest Florida Ballet Academie?
134 students attend Northwest Florida Ballet Academie.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Northwest Florida Ballet Academie students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Florida Ballet Academie?
Northwest Florida Ballet Academie has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwest Florida Ballet Academie offer ?
Northwest Florida Ballet Academie offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Florida Ballet Academie part of?
Northwest Florida Ballet Academie is part of Okaloosa School District.
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