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#924 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Blue Jay Academy West Volusia

School

107 S CHANDLER AVE, Deland, FL 32724

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#924 of 1,462

In Deland

#6 of 7

public schools

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About Blue Jay Academy West Volusia

Blue Jay Academy West Volusia is a private school in Deland, FL. Blue Jay Academy West Volusia serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Jay Academy West Volusia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #924 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools

6.0

This school 6.0 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 70 students, Blue Jay Academy West Volusia 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.

Blue Jay Academy West Volusia 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 West Volusia compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Deland, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.7:1

This School

15.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

758

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.0

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 45.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 17.1% vs 0%

Black 4.3% vs 0%

Blue Jay Academy West Volusia Deland Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Blue Jay Academy West Volusia (this school)	—	70	11.7:1	6.0
BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	525	13.1:1	4.3
DELAND HIGH SCHOOL	1.0 mi	2,869	20.3:1	5.1
ESE RELATED SERVICES	1.3 mi	61	—:1	3.7
PK CHILD CARE PROGRAM	1.3 mi	5	—:1	—
GEORGE W. MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	787	16.4:1	6.2
EDITH I. STARKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	282	15.7:1	5.9
DELAND MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.7 mi	1,063	18:1	4.7
SOUTHWESTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.1 mi	704	18.1:1	6.7
FREEDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	748	14.1:1	5.9
WOODWARD AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	469	11.7:1	4.9
CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	825	14.2:1	8.5

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

B 5.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,056

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 66%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 5.3 / 10

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Enrollment 70

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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 45.7%

Two or More 31.4%

Hispanic 17.1%

Black 4.3%

Pacific Islander 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

107 S CHANDLER AVE, Deland, FL 32724

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blue Jay Academy West Volusia may also want to explore other schools in the area. CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STETSON BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Deland, see our Deland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
DELAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Deland	0.1 mi	52	6.2
BLUE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland	0.7 mi	525	4.3
CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Deland	1.0 mi	47	6.6
DELAND HIGH SCHOOL Deland	1.0 mi	2,869	5.1
GEORGE W. MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland	1.4 mi	787	6.2
ESE RELATED SERVICES Deland	1.3 mi	61	3.7
PK CHILD CARE PROGRAM Deland	1.3 mi	5	—
ST BARNABAS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Deland	1.3 mi	339	5.9
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Deland	1.4 mi	198	7.4
T.O.P ACADEMY Deland	1.4 mi	20	—
T.O.P. ACADEMY Deland	1.4 mi	21	—
EDITH I. STARKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland	1.5 mi	282	5.9
DELAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Deland	1.7 mi	1,063	4.7
CASA MONTESSORI Deland	1.7 mi	85	6.7
SOUTHWESTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL Deland	2.1 mi	704	6.7
FREEDOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland	2.5 mi	748	5.9
STETSON BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Deland	2.3 mi	132	7.8
WOODWARD AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland	2.9 mi	469	4.9
CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deland	3.0 mi	825	8.5
CENTRAL FLORIDA ACADEMY Lake Helen	3.9 mi	189	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32724 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,729

Median Home Value

$283,100

Median Rent

$1,184/mo

Population

43,615

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

75.4%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

43.7

Similar Schools

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BETHEL COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL	52	6.0
CARPE DIEM ACADEMY HAMMOCKS Miami, FL	43	6.0
COUNTY WIDE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD PROGRAMS Fort Myers, FL	81	6.0
EASTER SEALS ACADEMY Miami, FL	63	6.0
JACKSON ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Marianna, FL	79	6.0
THE BROACH SCHOOL OF TAMPA Tampa, FL	79	6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blue Jay Academy West Volusia

What grades does Blue Jay Academy West Volusia serve?

Blue Jay Academy West Volusia serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Blue Jay Academy West Volusia?

Blue Jay Academy West Volusia has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Jay Academy West Volusia?

The student-teacher ratio at Blue Jay Academy West Volusia is 11.7:1. 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 West Volusia rank in FL?

Blue Jay Academy West Volusia ranks #924 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Blue Jay Academy West Volusia's MySchoolScout rating?

Blue Jay Academy West Volusia has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 West Volusia a private school?

Yes, Blue Jay Academy West Volusia 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 West Volusia a religious school?

No, Blue Jay Academy West Volusia is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 60 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 70
Gender Split: 63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 6
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Small City
County: Volusia County
Phone: (386) 868-1979

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