Esther School Inc–Palmetto in New Port Richey, FL is a Christian co–ed special education school serving grades K–12 in a suburban community setting.
The school enrolls 75 students from kindergarten through 12th grade, supported by six teachers for a student–teacher ratio of 13:1.
Approximately 25% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the New Port Richey area.
Located within a suburban locale, Esther School Inc–Palmetto serves families seeking special education programs in the New Port Richey region.
This school operates alongside several other private K–12 options within a two–mile radius, providing additional educational choices in Pasco County.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
75 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Esther School Inc- Palmetto?
The application deadline for Esther School Inc- Palmetto is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Esther School Inc- Palmetto is Fellowship Baptist Academy (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Elfers Christian School (2.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Fellowship Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
5940 Massachusetts Ave
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 848-4593
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 848-4593
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 36 students Tuition listed
WonderED K12 Academy ![WonderED K12 Academy Photo - Where students are safe, learning, happy and growing.]( "WonderED K12 Academy Photo - Where students are safe, learning, happy and growing.")
Alternative School
6012 US Highway 19
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 900-5186
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 900-5186
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Covenant Christian School
(Christian)
Po Box 1283
New Port Richey, FL 34656
(727) 939-9400
New Port Richey, FL 34656
(727) 939-9400
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 56 students
Esther's School New Port Richey
Special Education School (Christian)
5418 Madison St
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 312-3760
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 312-3760
1.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 29 students
4416 Thys Road
New Port Richey, FL 34653
(727) 842-8919
New Port Richey, FL 34653
(727) 842-8919
2.6 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 25 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Fellowship Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
5940 Massachusetts Ave
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 848-4593
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 848-4593
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 36 students Tuition listed
WonderED K12 Academy ![WonderED K12 Academy Photo - Where students are safe, learning, happy and growing.]( "WonderED K12 Academy Photo - Where students are safe, learning, happy and growing.")
Alternative School
6012 US Highway 19
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 900-5186
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 900-5186
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Esther's School New Port Richey
Special Education School (Christian)
5418 Madison St
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 312-3760
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 312-3760
1.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 29 students
5630 Olympia St
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 845-0235
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 845-0235
2.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 268 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
7710 Osteen Rd.
New Port Richey, FL 34653
(727) 753-7168
New Port Richey, FL 34653
(727) 753-7168
2.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 36 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Fellowship Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
5940 Massachusetts Ave
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 848-4593
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 848-4593
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 36 students Tuition listed
WonderED K12 Academy ![WonderED K12 Academy Photo - Where students are safe, learning, happy and growing.]( "WonderED K12 Academy Photo - Where students are safe, learning, happy and growing.")
Alternative School
6012 US Highway 19
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 900-5186
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 900-5186
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Covenant Christian School
(Christian)
Po Box 1283
New Port Richey, FL 34656
(727) 939-9400
New Port Richey, FL 34656
(727) 939-9400
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 56 students
Esther's School New Port Richey
Special Education School (Christian)
5418 Madison St
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 312-3760
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 312-3760
1.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 29 students
4416 Thys Road
New Port Richey, FL 34653
(727) 842-8919
New Port Richey, FL 34653
(727) 842-8919
2.6 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 25 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
5630 Olympia St
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 845-0235
New Port Richey, FL 34652
(727) 845-0235
2.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 268 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
First Christian Academy ![First Christian Academy Photo]( "First Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
6800 Trouble Creek Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34653
(727) 943-7411
New Port Richey, FL 34653
(727) 943-7411
2.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 446 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
9316 Little Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 868-9100
New Port Richey, FL 34654
(727) 868-9100
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 63 students
8408 Monarch Dr
Port Richey, FL 34668
(727) 862-6981
Port Richey, FL 34668
(727) 862-6981
4.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 222 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
8100 Mitchell Ranch Rd
New Port Richey, FL 34655
(727) 372-9333
New Port Richey, FL 34655
(727) 372-9333
4.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 169 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1220 Palmetto St
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 298-1616
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 298-1616
8331.5 miles
Gr: 4-11 | 194 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1863 N Betty Ln
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 469-4260
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 469-4260
8331.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 101 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1715 Kings Highway
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 223-8949
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 223-8949
8331.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 277 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1360 Sandy Ln
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 469-5974
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 469-5974
8331.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Magnet School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
531 Beltrees St
Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 738-6438
Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 738-6438
8331.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 538 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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