Walker Memorial Academy was established in 1947 to provide a Christ-centered education for elementary age students of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Avon Park, Florida.
WMA is committed to excellence and innovation in order to provide a dynamic, well-rounded curriculum so that students will have opportunities to obtain thinking skills in addition to acquiring academic facts.
The student body, which exhibits ethnic diversity in a rural setting, is led by dedicated individuals with various talents.
Because the members of the Adventist Christian community place a high value on education, they provide many active support groups which allow WMA to be a well-equipped and technologically current school that is able to offer a wide variety of experiences and services to its students.
WMA is accredited by the Florida Association of Non-Public Schools, the Seventh-day Adventist Board of Regents and the National Council for 草榴社区 School Accreditation.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked FL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Walker Memorial Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
265 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Walker Memorial Academy often compared to?
Walker Memorial Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Heartland Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Walker Memorial Academy's ranking?
Walker Memorial Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Walker Memorial Academy?
The application deadline for Walker Memorial Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Walker Memorial Academy is Cornerstone Christian Academy (0.5 miles away)
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