MARY ESTHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
438 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Mary Esther Elementary School, located at 320 E Miracle Strip Parkway in Mary Esther, Florida, is a public school serving the local community under the jurisdiction of the Okaloosa County School District. The school provides a foundational educational experience for elementary-aged students, focusing on core academic standards, character development, and creating a supportive learning environment. As part of a district known for its commitment to student achievement, the school emphasizes literacy, mathematics, and science while fostering a sense of community among its students, faculty, and families.
Beyond academics, the school utilizes its affiliation with the Okaloosa County School District to provide resources and programs designed to help students meet state educational goals. The school’s location in Mary Esther places it at the heart of the local area, often serving families associated with the nearby military installations and the broader Emerald Coast community. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central hub for childhood development, offering a structured curriculum and extracurricular opportunities aimed at preparing students for their transition to middle school and beyond.
Beyond academics, the school utilizes its affiliation with the Okaloosa County School District to provide resources and programs designed to help students meet state educational goals. The school’s location in Mary Esther places it at the heart of the local area, often serving families associated with the nearby military installations and the broader Emerald Coast community. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central hub for childhood development, offering a structured curriculum and extracurricular opportunities aimed at preparing students for their transition to middle school and beyond.
438
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
73.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 165 |
| Hispanic | 120 |
| Black | 89 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 59 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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White165 (37.7%)
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Hispanic120 (27.4%)
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Black89 (20.3%)
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Two or More59 (13.5%)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.7%)
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Asian2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | OKALOOSA |
| Phone: | (850)833-3371 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 438 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 26.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 293 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 28 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
19
Kindergarten
67
Grade 1
66
Grade 2
78
Grade 3
84
Grade 4
54
Grade 5
70
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 19 |
| Kindergarten | 67 |
| Grade 1 | 66 |
| Grade 2 | 78 |
| Grade 3 | 84 |
| Grade 4 | 54 |
| Grade 5 | 70 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 237 | 54.1% |
| Male | 201 | 45.9% |
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