Florida Youth Challenge Academy serves 22 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 57%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florida Youth Challenge Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Florida Youth Challenge Academy's student population of 22 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Motto
To empower at-risk youth to become successful, productive citizens by leading, training and mentoring them through a highly disciplined and motivational environment, free from outside distractions.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Florida Youth Challenge Academy is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
57%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
23%
21%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 57% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florida Youth Challenge Academy?
The graduation rate of Florida Youth Challenge Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Florida Youth Challenge Academy?
22 students attend Florida Youth Challenge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Florida Youth Challenge Academy students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florida Youth Challenge Academy?
Florida Youth Challenge Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Florida Youth Challenge Academy offer ?
Florida Youth Challenge Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florida Youth Challenge Academy part of?
Florida Youth Challenge Academy is part of Clay School District.
School Reviews
5 8/23/2022
I was worried about what my son's future looked like. After doing hours of research and several conversations with graduates, he was all in. He's proud of his first major life decision.
5 5/16/2016
Excellent school,good work and proud od all of the kids that are making good choices
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