Orange Youth Academy

Orange Youth Academy is an alternative school located in Orlando, Florida. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, it offers a smaller, more personalized educational experience with only 40 enrolled students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 10:1. The school has four full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting the unique needs of its diverse student body.

Academically, Orange Youth Academy is ranked in the 31st percentile among Florida schools, reflecting areas where there's room for growth but also opportunities for development. With a MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and an academic score of 2.1 out of 10, the school focuses on student development beyond standardized test scores. In reading and ELA, 28% of students are proficient or above, while in math, that number is 18%.

Orange Youth Academy sits in a large suburban area of Orlando, providing access to community resources while maintaining a supportive educational environment for its students.

With an enrollment of 40 students, Orange Youth 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.

While current test scores at Orange Youth Academy are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.