For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 826 students in Jay, FL.
The top ranked public preschools in Jay, FL are Chumuckla Elementary School and Jay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jay, FL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Jay have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Jay, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chumuckla Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2312 Highway 182
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 995-3690
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 995-3690
Grades: PK-6
| 338 students
Rank: #22.
Jay Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13833 Alabama St
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 359-8230
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 359-8230
Grades: PK-6
| 488 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Jay, FL?
The top ranked public preschools in Jay, FL include Chumuckla Elementary School and Jay Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Jay?
2 public preschools are located in Jay.
What is the racial composition of students in Jay?
Jay public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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