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Florida Youth Challenge Academy
High School · CLAY
5629 STATE ROAD 16 W BLDG 3800, Starke, FL 32091
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Florida Youth Challenge Academy
Florida Youth Challenge Academy is a public high school in Starke, FL, part of the CLAY. The school serves approximately 22 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,522, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 22 students, Florida Youth Challenge 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4.4:1, Florida Youth Challenge Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Florida Youth Challenge Academy may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Address
- 5629 STATE ROAD 16 W BLDG 3800, Starke, FL 32091
- Website
- floridayouthchallengeacademy.org
- Phone
- (904) 336-6918
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
5629 STATE ROAD 16 W BLDG 3800, Starke, FL 32091
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Florida Youth Challenge Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH (rated 5.9/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Keystone Heights). Additionally, BRADFORD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.0/10, 6.9 miles away). For more schools in Starke, see our Starke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32091 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,522
Median Home Value
$175,200
Median Rent
$823/mo
Population
16,062
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
39.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Florida Youth Challenge Academy has a median household income of $53,522. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $175,200, with a median rent of $823/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Florida Youth Challenge Academy
What grades does Florida Youth Challenge Academy serve?
Florida Youth Challenge Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Florida Youth Challenge Academy?
Florida Youth Challenge Academy has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Florida Youth Challenge Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Florida Youth Challenge Academy is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Florida Youth Challenge Academy a charter school?
No, Florida Youth Challenge Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Florida Youth Challenge Academy a Title I school?
No, Florida Youth Challenge Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florida Youth Challenge Academy?
13.6% of students at Florida Youth Challenge Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (982/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Clay County
- Phone
- (904) 336-6918
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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