Okaloosa Youth Academy is a public alternative education program in Crestview, Florida, serving students grades 6–12 in a structured residential or juvenile justice setting. The program generally accepts a small number of students at a time, permitting focused instruction and personalized attention, although the precise student-to-teacher ratio is not typically disclosed. Okaloosa Youth Academy offers core academic instruction, behavioral support, life skills training and credit recovery. The curriculum is individualized through individual learning plans to assist students to progress academically, and to address personal and behavioral issues. The program is usually structured and often of short duration. Standardized testing such as the SAT is generally not a big focus, though required state testing may be given if applicable. The data shows that math proficiency is 10 percent and reading proficiency is also 10 percent. With excellent academics, experienced teachers, and strong extracurricular programs, this school is often considered the best high school in Florida. Okaloosa Youth Academy offers a structured, caring environment with an emphasis on educational stability, skill development and successful reintegration into traditional or alternative educational settings.