6.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Daytona Beach, Florida

34 schools · 13 Elementary · 2 Middle · 8 High · 11 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 19

Private: 15

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Estimated Scores: 52%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.2/10
Median household income: $59,219
Median home value: $267,820
Bachelor's degree or higher: 26%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 60%

How Daytona Beach compares

Florida rank

#174 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.2

below Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$59k

79% of Florida median

Schools in this city

27

About Schools in Daytona Beach, Florida

Daytona Beach, Florida is home to 34 schools, including 19 public schools and 15 private schools. The city's schools span 13 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 8 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Daytona Beach show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Daytona Beach is Blue Jay Academy with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Daytona Beach is served by 1 school district: VOLUSIA. These districts collectively serve 62,742 students.

Daytona Beach's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,219. The poverty rate in the area is 16.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (34) Elementary (13) Middle (2) High (8)

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (34) Academics (34) Growth (12) Diversity (13) Resources (14)

Filter by ZIP: 32114 (13) 32118 (7) 32117 (6) 32124 (6) 32119 (2)

Elementary Schools

13 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	CHAMPION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 488 students · Pre-K–5th	488	Pre-K–5th	8.2
2	BEACHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 711 students · Pre-K–5th	711	Pre-K–5th	8.2
3	R. J. LONGSTREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 364 students · Pre-K–5th	364	Pre-K–5th	7.3
4	PALM TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 641 students · Pre-K–5th	641	Pre-K–5th	7.0
5	WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 702 students · Pre-K–5th	702	Pre-K–5th	6.0
6	TURIE T. SMALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 407 students · Pre-K–5th	407	Pre-K–5th	5.0
Private Schools 7 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	LOURDES ACADEMY Private 219 students · Pre-K–8th	219	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	BASILICA SCHOOL OF ST PAUL Private 184 students · Pre-K–8th	184	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
3	LIVING FAITH ACADEMY Private 225 students · Kindergarten–8th	225	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
4	MOUNT CALVARY ACADEMY Private 95 students · Pre-K–8th	95	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
5	INDIGO CHRISTIAN JR ACADEMY Private 42 students · Kindergarten–8th	42	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
6	IMAGINATION STATION TOO MONTESSORI Private 14 students · Pre-K–TK	14	Pre-K–TK	Not Rated
7	ZAMZAM KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Private 23 students · Pre-K–5th	23	Pre-K–5th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	CAMPBELL MIDDLE SCHOOL 842 students · 6th–8th	842	6th–8th	6.5
2	DAVID C. HINSON SR. MIDDLE SCHOOL 902 students · 6th–8th	902	6th–8th	6.1

High Schools

8 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	MAINLAND HIGH SCHOOL 1,925 students · 9th–12th	1,925	9th–12th	6.0
2	RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY 882 students · 9th–12th	882	9th–12th	4.8
3	THE CHILES ACADEMY 106 students · 6th–12th	106	6th–12th	4.3
4	SEABREEZE HIGH SCHOOL 1,695 students · 9th–12th	1,695	9th–12th	3.7
5	DAYTONA JUVENILE RESIDENTIAL FACILITY 19 students · 6th–12th	19	6th–12th	—
6	DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM 13 students · 8th–12th	13	8th–12th	—
7	AMIKIDS VOLUSIA 22 students · 6th–12th	22	6th–12th	—
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	FATHER LOPEZ CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Private 386 students · 9th–12th	386	9th–12th	Not Rated

Other Schools

11 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	VOLUSIA REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER 81 students · Kindergarten–12th	81	Kindergarten–12th	6.2
2	RIVERVIEW LEARNING CENTER 67 students · Kindergarten–12th	67	Kindergarten–12th	4.9
3	STEWART TREATMENT CENTER 23 students · Kindergarten–12th	23	Kindergarten–12th	—
4	HALIFAX BEHAVIORAL SERVICES 13 students · Pre-K–12th	13	Pre-K–12th	—
Private Schools 7 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	BLUE JAY ACADEMY Private 74 students · Kindergarten–12th	74	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
2	MONARCH ACADEMY Private 85 students · 2nd–12th	85	2nd–12th	Not Rated
3	BLUE JAY ACADEMY OF SOUTH DAYTONA Private 72 students · Kindergarten–12th	72	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
4	MONARCH ACADEMY Private 83 students · 2nd–12th	83	2nd–12th	Not Rated
5	HALIFAX ACADEMY Private 120 students · 4th–12th	120	4th–12th	Not Rated
6	DAYTONA BEACH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 257 students · Kindergarten–12th	257	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
7	BEYOND BORDERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 78 students · Kindergarten–12th	78	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Daytona Beach

Daytona Beach, Florida · 34 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 5 ZIP codes

Median Income

$59,219

Median Home Value

$267,820

Median Rent

$1,379/mo

Population

117,044

College Educated

26%

Homeownership

60%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

16.5%

Community Profile

Daytona Beach has a median household income of $59,219. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $267,820, with a median rent of $1,379/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.5%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Florida
Total Schools: 34
Elementary: 13
Middle: 2
High: 8
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.2/10

Resources

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School District

VOLUSIA

89 schools · 62,742 students

Nearby Cities

Holly Hill (1 school)

3 mi

South Daytona (3 schools)

4 mi

Ormond Beach (13 schools)

6 mi

Port Orange (12 schools)

6 mi

New Smyrna Beach (9 schools)

14 mi

New Smyrna (1 school)

15 mi

Lake Helen (4 schools)

18 mi

Edgewater (5 schools)

19 mi

Flagler Beach (1 school)

20 mi

Deland (20 schools)

19 mi

De Leon Springs (2 schools)

Orange City (6 schools)

23 mi

Osteen (1 school)

25 mi

Other Major Cities in Florida

Top metros statewide by school count.

Miami 497 schools Orlando 299 schools Jacksonville 296 schools Tampa 239 schools Hialeah 118 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Daytona Beach, Florida

How many schools are in Daytona Beach, Florida?

Daytona Beach has 34 schools, including 19 public and 15 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Daytona Beach, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Daytona Beach is 6.2 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Daytona Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Daytona Beach on MySchoolScout is Blue Jay Academy with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Daytona Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Daytona Beach on MySchoolScout is Champion Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Daytona Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Daytona Beach on MySchoolScout is Campbell Middle School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best high school in Daytona Beach, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Daytona Beach on MySchoolScout is Father Lopez Catholic High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Daytona Beach, Florida?

Daytona Beach is served by 1 school district: Volusia.

What is the education level in Daytona Beach, Florida?

According to Census data, 26% of adults in Daytona Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Daytona Beach, Florida?

The median household income in Daytona Beach is approximately $59,219 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Daytona Beach, Florida?

Yes, Daytona Beach has 15 private schools alongside 19 public schools. The top-rated private school is Blue Jay Academy with a score of 8.5/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Daytona Beach, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Daytona Beach is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Daytona Beach, Florida?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.