Florida Youth Challenge Academy serves 17 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 57%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 was lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
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
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
57%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
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
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 88%.
How many students attend Florida Youth Challenge Academy?
17 students attend Florida Youth Challenge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Florida Youth Challenge Academy students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 23% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florida Youth Challenge Academy?
Florida Youth Challenge Academy has a student ration of 3:1, 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.
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