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 Stats (2025)
- 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
School Motto
The Choice for Quality Education
School Mascot
The Knights
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
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art, Culinary Club, Journalism, Photography, Yearbook
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Weightlifting
Art, Culinary Club, Journalism, Photography, Yearbook
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Weightlifting
School Notes
- 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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