For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,341 students in Jay, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 148 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Jay, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Jay, FL are Jay Elementary School, Chumuckla Elementary School and Jay High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jay, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Jay have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Jay, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jay Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13833 Alabama St
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 359-8230
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 359-8230
Gr: PK-6 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Chumuckla Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2312 Highway 182
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 995-3690
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 995-3690
Gr: PK-6 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Jay High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3741 School St
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 675-4507
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 675-4507
Gr: 7-12 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Jay, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Jay, FL include Jay Elementary School, Chumuckla Elementary School and Jay High School.
How many public schools are located in Jay?
3 public schools are located in Jay.
What percentage of students in Jay go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Jay are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Jay?
Jay public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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