South Florida Youth Academy serves 18 students in grades 6-12.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Florida Youth Academy is 0.45, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
72%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
47%
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
How many students attend South Florida Youth Academy?
18 students attend South Florida Youth Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of South Florida Youth Academy students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are White.
What grades does South Florida Youth Academy offer ?
South Florida Youth Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is South Florida Youth Academy part of?
South Florida Youth Academy is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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