Serving 506 students in grades 7-12, Jay High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jay High School's student population of 506 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jay High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jay High School is 0.12, 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
#1790 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
37%
Black
n/a
21%
White
94%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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 is Jay High School's ranking?
Jay High School is ranked #1790 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jay High School often compared to?
Jay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central School, Pace High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jay High School?
The graduation rate of Jay High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jay High School?
506 students attend Jay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Jay High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jay High School?
Jay High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jay High School offer ?
Jay High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jay High School part of?
Jay High School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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