Serving 845 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, St. Johns Classical Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Johns Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Johns Classical Academy's student population of 845 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Johns Classical Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Johns Classical Academy is 0.39, 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
#574 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
77%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Johns Classical Academy's ranking?
St. Johns Classical Academy is ranked #574 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are St. Johns Classical Academy often compared to?
St. Johns Classical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Fleming Island High School, Fleming Island Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Johns Classical Academy?
The graduation rate of St. Johns Classical Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend St. Johns Classical Academy?
845 students attend St. Johns Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of St. Johns Classical Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Johns Classical Academy?
St. Johns Classical Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. Johns Classical Academy offer ?
St. Johns Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is St. Johns Classical Academy part of?
St. Johns Classical Academy is part of Clay School District.
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