Serving 148 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%).
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- 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
Top Rankings
Wayman Academy Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Wayman Academy Of The Arts's student population of 148 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
4 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
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 0.15, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
92%
21%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
22%
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 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?
148 students attend Wayman Academy Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Wayman Academy Of The Arts students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
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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