The school community of Halifax Academy regards each student as a unique individual.
In conjunction with the family, we strive to create an environment in which our students will develop intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2003
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
137 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Shamus Dougherty
Admissions Associate
Adrian Brown
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
ArtCulinary Club
JournalismPhotography
Yearbook
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Weightlifting
School Notes
- School Motto: The Choice for Quality Education
- School Mascot: The Knights
- College Prep Grades 4th 12th Learning programs designed to meet the needs of individual students NO FCAT Promotes a positive self concept in students Non-denominational FHSAA sanctioned Open enrollment Small classroom environment (11-1 student to teacher ratio)
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Halifax Academy offer?
Halifax Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Halifax Academy?
The application deadline for Halifax Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Halifax Academy located?
Halifax Academy is located in the Indigo Off Park neighborhood of Daytona Beach, FL. There are 1 other private schools located in Indigo Off Park.
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