Lake Jackson Educational Youth Academy in Tallahassee, FL serves 21 students in grades K–8 within a nonsectarian, city–based educational program.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 4 full–time teachers serving a diverse student body.
The academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for diversity, reflecting a student population composed entirely of students of color.
As a co–educational program in a midsize city locale, the school offers elementary and middle school education without religious affiliation.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
21 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Lake Jackson Educational Youth Academy?
The application deadline for Lake Jackson Educational Youth Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Lake Jackson Educational Youth Academy is Franklin Academy (2.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Cornerstone Learning Community (2.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
2524 Hartsfield Road
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 386-5550
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 386-5550
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 154 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Franklin Academy ![Franklin Academy Photo - "You never know what heights you can soar, until you spread your wings and fly" in the Elizabeth Lawson Dobbins course!]( "Franklin Academy Photo - \"You never know what heights you can soar, until you spread your wings and fly\" in the Elizabeth Lawson Dobbins course!")
(Christian)
2303 Old Bainbridge Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 322-2860
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 322-2860
2.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 43 students Tuition listed
2514 W Tharpe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 921-1250
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 921-1250
2.9 miles
Gr: 6-10 | 25 students
Maranatha Christian School
(Baptist)
2532 W Tharpe St
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 385-5920
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 385-5920
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 149 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Creative Pre School
Daycare / Preschool
2746 W Tharpe St
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 386-1450
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(850) 386-1450
3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 52 students
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