Young Kids In Motion Academy in Jacksonville, FL, serves 308 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 with 21 teachers supporting co–ed regular elementary and secondary programs.
Located in the Lackawanna neighborhood, the academy reflects significant racial diversity with 97% of students representing students of color.
Young Kids In Motion Academy is affiliated with a religious orientation classified as other religious and operates within a large city community type.
The school is positioned among other Jacksonville private K–12 schools, providing a comprehensive education option for families in the area.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
308 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Young Kids In Motion Academy?
The application deadline for Young Kids In Motion Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Young Kids In Motion Academy located?
Young Kids In Motion Academy is located in the Lackawanna neighborhood of Jacksonville, FL.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Young Kids In Motion Academy is First Coast Academy (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Striving For Excellence Academy (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Joshua Christian Academy (1.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
First Coast Academy
Alternative School
2725 College St
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-1935
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-1935
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 300 students Acceptance rate listed
617 Huron St.
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 719-9445
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 719-9445
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 31 students
Joshua Christian Academy ![Joshua Christian Academy Photo - Joshua Christian Academy exists to serve as a bible based Christian institution of learning educating, students with a blend of academic excellence and distinct Christian values. We are accredited by the National Association of Private Schools and a member of the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools and is recognized by the Florida Department of Education.]( "Joshua Christian Academy Photo - Joshua Christian Academy exists to serve as a bible based Christian institution of learning educating, students with a blend of academic excellence and distinct Christian values. We are accredited by the National Association of Private Schools and a member of the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools and is recognized by the Florida Department of Education.")
(Christian)
924 Saint Clair St
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 388-2227
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 388-2227
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 324 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2609 Park Street
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(904) 387-2841
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(904) 387-2841
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
First Coast Academy
Alternative School
2725 College St
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-1935
Jacksonville, FL 32205
(904) 381-1935
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 300 students Acceptance rate listed
617 Huron St.
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 719-9445
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 719-9445
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 31 students
Joshua Christian Academy ![Joshua Christian Academy Photo - Joshua Christian Academy exists to serve as a bible based Christian institution of learning educating, students with a blend of academic excellence and distinct Christian values. We are accredited by the National Association of Private Schools and a member of the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools and is recognized by the Florida Department of Education.]( "Joshua Christian Academy Photo - Joshua Christian Academy exists to serve as a bible based Christian institution of learning educating, students with a blend of academic excellence and distinct Christian values. We are accredited by the National Association of Private Schools and a member of the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools and is recognized by the Florida Department of Education.")
(Christian)
924 Saint Clair St
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 388-2227
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 388-2227
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 324 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1766 West 17th Street
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 598-0078
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 598-0078
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 70 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
617 Huron St.
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 719-9445
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 719-9445
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 31 students
Joshua Christian Academy ![Joshua Christian Academy Photo - Joshua Christian Academy exists to serve as a bible based Christian institution of learning educating, students with a blend of academic excellence and distinct Christian values. We are accredited by the National Association of Private Schools and a member of the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools and is recognized by the Florida Department of Education.]( "Joshua Christian Academy Photo - Joshua Christian Academy exists to serve as a bible based Christian institution of learning educating, students with a blend of academic excellence and distinct Christian values. We are accredited by the National Association of Private Schools and a member of the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools and is recognized by the Florida Department of Education.")
(Christian)
924 Saint Clair St
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 388-2227
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 388-2227
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 324 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2609 Park Street
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(904) 387-2841
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(904) 387-2841
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Riverside Presbyterian Day School ![Riverside Presbyterian Day School Photo]( "Riverside Presbyterian Day School Photo")
(Presbyterian)
830 Oak Street
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(727) 460-8630
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(727) 460-8630
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 369 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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Joshua Christian Academy ![Joshua Christian Academy Photo - Joshua Christian Academy exists to serve as a bible based Christian institution of learning educating, students with a blend of academic excellence and distinct Christian values. We are accredited by the National Association of Private Schools and a member of the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools and is recognized by the Florida Department of Education.]( "Joshua Christian Academy Photo - Joshua Christian Academy exists to serve as a bible based Christian institution of learning educating, students with a blend of academic excellence and distinct Christian values. We are accredited by the National Association of Private Schools and a member of the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools and is recognized by the Florida Department of Education.")
(Christian)
924 Saint Clair St
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 388-2227
Jacksonville, FL 32254
(904) 388-2227
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 324 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2609 Park Street
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(904) 387-2841
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(904) 387-2841
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Riverside Presbyterian Day School ![Riverside Presbyterian Day School Photo]( "Riverside Presbyterian Day School Photo")
(Presbyterian)
830 Oak Street
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(727) 460-8630
Jacksonville, FL 32204
(727) 460-8630
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 369 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
1766 West 17th Street
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 598-0078
Jacksonville, FL 32209
(904) 598-0078
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 70 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. John's Presbyterian Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
4275 Herschel Street
Jacksonville, FL 32210
(904) 389-8191
Jacksonville, FL 32210
(904) 389-8191
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 139 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Clay Hill Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6345 County Road 218
Jacksonville, FL 32234
(904) 336-0775
Jacksonville, FL 32234
(904) 336-0775
8498.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 426 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
J.l. Wilkinson Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4965 County Road 218
Middleburg, FL 32068
(904) 336-4075
Middleburg, FL 32068
(904) 336-4075
8499.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 690 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Wilkinson Junior High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5025 County Road 218
Middleburg, FL 32068
(904) 336-6175
Middleburg, FL 32068
(904) 336-6175
8499.2 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 711 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Baldwin Middle-senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
291 Mill St W
Jacksonville, FL 32234
(904) 266-1200
Jacksonville, FL 32234
(904) 266-1200
8500.5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 1,462 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Mamie Agnes Jones Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Orange Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32234
(904) 266-1214
Jacksonville, FL 32234
(904) 266-1214
8500.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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