Serving 153 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wayman Academy Of The Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayman Academy Of The Arts's student population of 153 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
153 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Expect Success, Nothing Less!
School Rankings
Wayman Academy Of The Arts ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayman Academy Of The Arts is 0.14, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3244 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
38%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
22%
4%
Showing 2002–2016. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Green, and Grey
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayman Academy Of The Arts's ranking?
Wayman Academy Of The Arts is ranked #3244 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wayman Academy Of The Arts often compared to?
Wayman Academy Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Tiger Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Wayman Academy Of The Arts?
153 students attend Wayman Academy Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Wayman Academy Of The Arts students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayman Academy Of The Arts?
Wayman Academy Of The Arts has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wayman Academy Of The Arts offer ?
Wayman Academy Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayman Academy Of The Arts part of?
Wayman Academy Of The Arts is part of Duval School District.
In what neighborhood is Wayman Academy Of The Arts located?
Wayman Academy Of The Arts is located in the Hillcrest neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Hillcrest.
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