NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE

NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the OKALOOSA school district, located in FORT WALTON BEACH, FL with about 139 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 8 teachers, NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The **NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE** (often referred to as NFB Academie) is a specialized magnet school located in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Operated in partnership with the Okaloosa County School District, the school provides a unique academic environment that integrates a rigorous core curriculum with comprehensive pre-professional dance training. It serves students in the middle school grade levels, offering a structured program designed to balance traditional classroom academics with the physical and artistic demands of classical ballet.

The school is widely recognized for its mission to cultivate both academic excellence and artistic mastery. By incorporating the Northwest Florida Ballet’s professional-level instruction into the school day, the Academie provides students with a conservatory-style education that prepares them for future endeavors in the arts or higher education. The facility serves as a focal point for aspiring young dancers in the region, offering a dedicated space where students can pursue their passion for dance without compromising their progress in essential academic subjects.

For more information, contact NORTHWEST FLORIDA BALLET ACADEMIE at (850) 664-7787 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.