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#170 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 12% of private schools

Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona

School

630 N WILD OLIV AVE, Daytona Beach, FL 32119

Private

Enrollment

72

Student-Teacher

6.7:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#170 of 1,462

In Daytona Beach

#3 of 13

public schools

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Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona

7.7/10

School in Daytona Beach · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona

Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona is a private school in Daytona Beach, FL. Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.4 pts above FL schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 72 students, Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Daytona Beach, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
This School
vs
18.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
72
This School
vs
521
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 48.6% vs 0%
Black 38.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.8% vs 0%
Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona Daytona Beach Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona (this school) 7.7
RIVERVIEW LEARNING CENTER 4.6
BEACHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.1
THE CHILES ACADEMY 4.9
SEABREEZE HIGH SCHOOL 5.1
RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY 4.9
TURIE T. SMALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.8
CAMPBELL MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.0
AMIKIDS VOLUSIA
MAINLAND HIGH SCHOOL 5.0
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.9
HALIFAX BEHAVIORAL SERVICES
PALM TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.8
R. J. LONGSTREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.5
DAVID C. HINSON SR. MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.0
CHAMPION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.6
DAYTONA JUVENILE RESIDENTIAL FACILITY
STEWART TREATMENT CENTER
VOLUSIA REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER 4.3
DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 60%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Enrollment 72
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 48.6%
Black 38.9%
Hispanic 9.7%
Asian 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

630 N WILD OLIV AVE, Daytona Beach, FL 32119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona may also want to explore other schools in the area. BLUE JAY ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WARNER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby South Daytona), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RIVERVIEW LEARNING CENTER (rated 4.6/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Daytona Beach, see our Daytona Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
BLUE JAY ACADEMY Daytona Beach 0.0 mi 8.5
RIVERVIEW LEARNING CENTER Daytona Beach 0.2 mi 4.6
IMAGINATION STATION TOO MONTESSORI Daytona Beach 0.2 mi
LOURDES ACADEMY Daytona Beach 0.6 mi 7.4
BEACHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach 0.9 mi 6.1
BASILICA SCHOOL OF ST PAUL Daytona Beach 1.5 mi 6.9
THE CHILES ACADEMY Daytona Beach 2.2 mi 4.9
SEABREEZE HIGH SCHOOL Daytona Beach 2.3 mi 5.1
RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY Daytona Beach 2.4 mi 4.9
ZAMZAM KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Daytona Beach 2.7 mi
TURIE T. SMALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach 2.9 mi 4.8
HOLLY HILL SCHOOL Holly Hill 2.6 mi 4.2
CAMPBELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Daytona Beach 3.0 mi 5.0
LIVING FAITH ACADEMY Daytona Beach 3.0 mi 5.5
MAINLAND HIGH SCHOOL Daytona Beach 3.4 mi 5.0
AMIKIDS VOLUSIA Daytona Beach 3.3 mi
WARNER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Daytona 3.9 mi 7.8
TOMOKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ormond Beach 3.8 mi 7.7
WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach 3.5 mi 3.9
HALIFAX BEHAVIORAL SERVICES Daytona Beach 3.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,795

Median Home Value

$215,200

Median Rent

$1,371/mo

Population

22,562

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

47.6

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HOSPITAL AND HOMEBOUND Jacksonville, FL 7.7
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THE SHEPHERD S SCHOOL Pahokee, FL 7.7
WASHINGTON ACADEMY OF VARYING EXCEPTIONALITIES (WAVE) Chipley, FL 7.7
CHANGING LIVES ACADEMY INC. Orlando, FL 7.8
GRACE EDUCATION ACADEMY LLC Weeki Wachee, FL 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona

What grades does Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona serve?

Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona?

Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona?

The student-teacher ratio at Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona rank in FL?

Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona ranks #170 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona's MySchoolScout rating?

Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona a private school?

Yes, Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona a religious school?

No, Blue Jay Academy of South Daytona is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
72
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Small City
County
Volusia County

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