The Emerald Coast Christian School (located within the Fort Walton Beach Seventh-day Adventist Church) opened on August 15, 2005.
Our small school setting offers lower teacher/student ratios allowing individualized instruction.
The school mission is to nurture the lives of our students through a Christian education so they may know Jesus as their personal friend and Savior.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked FL School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Emerald Coast Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
2005
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants or skirt with polo shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Jennifer Riker
School Notes
- School Motto: To be more like Jesus
- The Emerald Coast Christian School (located within the Fort Walton Beach Seventh-day Adventist Church) opened on August 15, 2005.
- Our small school setting offers lower teacher/student ratios allowing individualized instruction.
- The school mission is to nurture the lives of our students through a Christian education so they may know Jesus as their personal friend and Savior.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Emerald Coast Christian School cost?
Emerald Coast Christian School's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students.
What is Emerald Coast Christian School's ranking?
Emerald Coast Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Emerald Coast Christian School?
The application deadline for Emerald Coast Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Quick Facts
535 Clifford Street
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
(850) 862-1414
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
(850) 862-1414
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(850) 243-7515
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