Below Average

#1385 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Young Kids in Motion Academy

School

503 MCDUFF AVE S, Jacksonville, FL 32254

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

357

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

357

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,385 of 1,462

In Jacksonville

#74 of 79

public schools

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About Young Kids in Motion Academy

Young Kids in Motion Academy is a private school in Jacksonville, FL. Young Kids in Motion Academy serves approximately 357 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Young Kids in Motion Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,385 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares2.0 pts below FL schools

4.3

This school 4.3 · Below Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Young Kids in Motion Academy 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 Young Kids in Motion Academy compares to 192 public schools serving similar grades in Jacksonville, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

This School

35.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

357

This School

630

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.3

This School

5.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 88.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 7% vs 0%

White 2.8% vs 0%

Young Kids in Motion Academy Jacksonville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Young Kids in Motion Academy (this school)	—	357	17:1	4.3
CENTRAL RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.8 mi	333	13.9:1	8.4
PINEDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	457	16.9:1	5.2
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL	1.1 mi	1,593	21.8:1	5.3
THE BRIDGE TO SUCCESS ACADEMY AT W JACKSONVILLE	1.1 mi	164	11.7:1	6.5
WEST RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	324	14.7:1	8.8
ANNIE R. MORGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	205	12.8:1	3.0
JACKSONVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY	1.3 mi	760	—:1	4.7
KIPP JACKSONVILLE K-12	1.4 mi	1,246	—:1	3.7
RUTH N. UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	332	15.1:1	8.7
HOSPITAL AND HOMEBOUND	1.5 mi	88	8.8:1	7.7
SMART POPE LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY	1.5 mi	425	19.3:1	2.2
YOUNG MENS/WOMENS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT EUGENE J BUTLER	1.5 mi	284	15.8:1	3.0
JAMES WELDON JOHNSON COLLEGE PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.8 mi	957	20.4:1	7.6
PAXON SCHOOL/ADVANCED STUDIES	1.9 mi	1,285	20.4:1	7.7
PALM AVENUE EXCEP. STUDENT CENTER	1.9 mi	197	10.4:1	7.1
REYNOLDS LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.0 mi	188	14.5:1	3.9
WAYMAN ACADEMY OF THE ARTS	2.1 mi	148	—:1	6.0
FISHWEIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	487	18.7:1	8.6
GRAND PARK CAREER CENTER	2.2 mi	213	14.2:1	4.2
SUSIE E. TOLBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.2 mi	237	15.8:1	2.2

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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

C 2.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 17:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.0 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,080

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 21%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 357

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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 88.5%

Hispanic 7.0%

White 2.8%

Two or More 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

503 MCDUFF AVE S, Jacksonville, FL 32254

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Young Kids in Motion Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HOSPITAL AND HOMEBOUND (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE BRIDGE TO SUCCESS ACADEMY AT W JACKSONVILLE (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROACH SCHOOL OF JACKSONVILLE (rated 6.1/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Orange Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
BROACH SCHOOL OF JACKSONVILLE Orange Park	0.6 mi	365	6.1
STRIVING FOR EXCELLENCE ACADEMY Jacksonville	0.8 mi	38	5.1
CENTRAL RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	0.8 mi	333	8.4
LASCHOOL ACADEMY INC Jacksonville	1.0 mi	17	—
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.1 mi	1,593	5.3
PINEDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.0 mi	457	5.2
THE BRIDGE TO SUCCESS ACADEMY AT W JACKSONVILLE Jacksonville	1.1 mi	164	6.5
ST PAUL'S CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-RIVERSIDE Jacksonville	1.1 mi	149	6.5
WEST RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.1 mi	324	8.8
ANNIE R. MORGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.2 mi	205	3.0
KIPP JACKSONVILLE K-12 Jacksonville	1.4 mi	1,246	3.7
RUTH N. UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.4 mi	332	8.7
JACKSONVILLE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Jacksonville	1.3 mi	760	4.7
SMART POPE LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY Jacksonville	1.5 mi	425	2.2
HOSPITAL AND HOMEBOUND Jacksonville	1.5 mi	88	7.7
YOUNG MENS/WOMENS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT EUGENE J BUTLER Jacksonville	1.5 mi	284	3.0
RIVERSIDE PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.6 mi	307	7.5
JAMES WELDON JOHNSON COLLEGE PREPARATORY MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville	1.8 mi	957	7.6
PAXON SCHOOL/ADVANCED STUDIES Jacksonville	1.9 mi	1,285	7.7
PALM AVENUE EXCEP. STUDENT CENTER Jacksonville	1.9 mi	197	7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32254 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,449

Median Home Value

$85,100

Median Rent

$1,111/mo

Population

14,653

College Educated

9.5%

Homeownership

50.5%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

33.4%

Median Age

34.2

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LIGHTHOUSE PRIVATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY PREP Gulf Breeze, FL	254	4.3
LIGHTHOUSE PRIVATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY PREP Gulf Breeze, FL	254	4.3
CHEERFUL HEART ACADEMY Naples, FL	356	4.2
WEST OAKS ACADEMY Orlando, FL	425	4.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Young Kids in Motion Academy

What grades does Young Kids in Motion Academy serve?

Young Kids in Motion Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Young Kids in Motion Academy?

Young Kids in Motion Academy has an enrollment of approximately 357 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Kids in Motion Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Young Kids in Motion Academy is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Young Kids in Motion Academy rank in FL?

Young Kids in Motion Academy ranks #1,385 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Young Kids in Motion Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Young Kids in Motion Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Young Kids in Motion Academy a private school?

Yes, Young Kids in Motion Academy 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 Young Kids in Motion Academy a religious school?

No, Young Kids in Motion Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 32 Some Transit
Bike Score: 73 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 357
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
Teachers (FTE): 21
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Duval County
Phone: (904) 379-9450

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