SILVER SANDS-EXCEP. CHILDREN

School Overview
Silver Sands School, located in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, is a specialized educational institution within the Okaloosa County School District dedicated to serving students with significant cognitive and physical disabilities. The school focuses on providing a highly individualized, supportive, and therapeutic environment for students ranging from pre-kindergarten through age 22. Their mission centers on fostering independence, functional life skills, and personal growth, ensuring that each student receives an education tailored to their unique physical, social, and academic needs.

The school is equipped with specialized resources and a dedicated staff, including certified exceptional student education (ESE) teachers, therapists, and support personnel who work collaboratively to help students reach their highest potential. Beyond traditional academics, the curriculum emphasizes daily living skills, vocational training, and community integration to prepare students for the transition into adulthood. By maintaining a focus on dignity, inclusion, and holistic development, Silver Sands serves as a vital resource for families in the Okaloosa County area who require specialized educational pathways for their children.
93
Total Students
17.0
Full-Time Teachers
5.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SILVER SANDS-EXCEP. CHILDREN
Demographic Student Count
White44
Hispanic18
Black19
Asian3
Two or More8
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    44 (47.3%)
  • Black
    19 (20.4%)
  • Hispanic
    18 (19.4%)
  • Two or More
    8 (8.6%)
  • Asian
    3 (3.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (1.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: OKALOOSA
Phone: (850)833-3364
Grade Range: Pre-K - 12th
Total Students: 93
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 17.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 5.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 63
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 2
Kindergarten 1
Grade 1 4
Grade 2 6
Grade 3 2
Grade 4 6
Grade 5 2
Grade 6 9
Grade 7 6
Grade 8 7
Grade 9 10
Grade 10 13
Grade 11 8
Grade 12 17

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SILVER SANDS-EXCEP. CHILDREN
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten2
Kindergarten1
Grade 14
Grade 26
Grade 32
Grade 46
Grade 52
Grade 69
Grade 76
Grade 87
Grade 910
Grade 1013
Grade 118
Grade 1217
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SILVER SANDS-EXCEP. CHILDREN
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female3537.6%
Male5862.4%