For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,332 students in Jay, FL (there are , 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 52%), 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Jay, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-6
| 488 students
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
Grades: PK-6
| 338 students
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
Grades: 7-12
| 506 students
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 66% (majority Hispanic).
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