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#1115 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Daughter of Zion Junior Academy

Elementary School

250 NW 3RD AVE, Delray Beach, FL 33444

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on FL statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

115

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Delray Beach

#8 of 8

public schools

Florida elementary schools

#472 of 612

About Daughter of Zion Junior Academy

Daughter of Zion Junior Academy serves 115 students in prekindergarten through eighth grade in Delray Beach, Florida. This regular public elementary school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.8 to 1 with nine full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in smaller classroom settings. The school has earned a solid 8.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, though it ranks in the 30th percentile among Florida schools at #1018 out of 1462 statewide.

While this indicates room for academic growth, the school's strong rating suggests positive aspects in its educational approach and school environment that benefit students and families. Located at 250 NW 3rd Avenue, the academy serves families in a stable community where the median household income reaches $72,869 and median home values are $378,300. About 31% of neighborhood residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the area maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 14.2%.

The school's prekindergarten through eighth grade structure allows students to develop within a consistent educational community over multiple years, potentially fostering strong relationships between students, teachers, and families. Daughter of Zion Junior Academy operates within Delray Beach's small city setting, providing students with both educational opportunities and community connections in Palm Beach County.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 115 students, Daughter of Zion Junior Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Daughter of Zion Junior Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Daughter of Zion Junior Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Delray Beach, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
This School
vs
16:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
115
This School
vs
604
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
7.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 99.1% vs 0%
White 0.9% vs 0%
Daughter of Zion Junior Academy Delray Beach Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Daughter of Zion Junior Academy (this school) 5.5
S. D. SPADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.0
VILLAGE ACADEMY ON THE ART & SARA JO KOBACKER CAMPUS 6.9
PINE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.8
PLUMOSA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS 7.9
CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.7
BANYAN CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.2
ORCHARD VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.6
MORIKAMI PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.3
BRIDGE PREP ACADEMY OF PALM BEACH 3.8

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

Score Breakdown

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)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 2%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 115
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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)

Black 99.1%
White 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

250 NW 3RD AVE, Delray Beach, FL 33444

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Daughter of Zion Junior Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is S. D. SPADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Boynton Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Delray Beach, see our Delray Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Delray Beach 0.3 mi 5.8
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHRCH OF DEL RAY BCH Delray Beach 0.3 mi 7.0
S. D. SPADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delray Beach 0.4 mi 8.0
ST VINCENT FERRER Delray Beach 0.8 mi 5.8
VILLAGE ACADEMY ON THE ART & SARA JO KOBACKER CAMPUS Delray Beach 1.1 mi 6.9
PINE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delray Beach 1.4 mi 8.8
UNITY SCHOOL Delray Beach 1.4 mi 6.9
ATLANTIC HIGH SCHOOL Delray Beach 1.4 mi 6.5
PLUMOSA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Delray Beach 1.6 mi 7.9
ST JOSEPH'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Boynton Beach 1.9 mi 8.0
SOUTH AREA SECONDARY INTENSIVE TRANSITION PROGRAM Boynton Beach 2.2 mi 7.0
CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Delray Beach 2.3 mi 4.7
CROSSPOINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boynton Beach 2.5 mi 5.3
BANYAN CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delray Beach 2.4 mi 7.2
GULF STREAM SCHOOL Gulf Stream 2.6 mi 6.9
AMBROSE BAY HIGH SCHOOL Delray Beach 2.4 mi 7.6
ORCHARD VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delray Beach 3.2 mi 7.6
FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boynton Beach 3.5 mi 5.1
CONGRESS COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Boynton Beach 4.0 mi 5.2
GALAXY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boynton Beach 4.4 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33444 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,803

Median Home Value

$425,200

Median Rent

$1,712/mo

Population

23,231

College Educated

33.2%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

41

Community Profile

The community surrounding Daughter of Zion Junior Academy has a median household income of $74,803. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $425,200, with a median rent of $1,712/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.4%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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BROWARD VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Coconut Creek, FL 5.6
CHATTAHOOCHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chattahoochee, FL 5.6
JACK AND JILL CHILDREN'S CENTER Fort Lauderdale, FL 5.4
MOUNT CALVARY ACADEMY Daytona Beach, FL 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Daughter of Zion Junior Academy

What grades does Daughter of Zion Junior Academy serve?

Daughter of Zion Junior Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Daughter of Zion Junior Academy?

Daughter of Zion Junior Academy has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Daughter of Zion Junior Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Daughter of Zion Junior Academy is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Daughter of Zion Junior Academy rank in FL?

Daughter of Zion Junior Academy is ranked #1115 out of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Daughter of Zion Junior Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Daughter of Zion Junior Academy has a composite rating of 5.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Daughter of Zion Junior Academy a private school?

Yes, Daughter of Zion Junior Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Daughter of Zion Junior Academy a religious school?

Daughter of Zion Junior Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,057/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Delray Beach). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
115
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
PALM BEACH
Data Year
2022–2023

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.

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