THE READING EDGE ACADEMY

Charter School 309 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
The Reading Edge Academy, located in DeBary, Florida, is a tuition-free public charter school that primarily serves students in grades K-6. The school distinguishes itself through a specialized focus on intensive literacy development and academic excellence, utilizing a structured, data-driven approach to ensure that students build a strong foundational mastery of reading and language arts. By maintaining a smaller campus environment, the academy fosters a tight-knit community atmosphere where personalized instruction and individualized student growth are prioritized.

Beyond its core emphasis on reading proficiency, the academy is committed to developing well-rounded students by integrating character education and rigorous academic standards across all subjects. The school operates with a mission to empower its student body with the critical thinking skills necessary for future success, often emphasizing a partnership between teachers, parents, and the local community. As a public charter institution, it provides an alternative educational choice for families in Volusia County who are looking for a focused, small-school setting dedicated to achieving measurable academic outcomes.
309
Total Students
14.0
Full-Time Teachers
22.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
9.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for THE READING EDGE ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White136
Hispanic128
Black23
Two or More22
  • White
    136 (44.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    128 (41.4 %)
  • Black
    23 (7.4 %)
  • Two or More
    22 (7.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: VOLUSIA
Phone: (386)668-8911
Website: http://readingedgeacademy.org/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 309
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 14.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 22.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 28
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 52
Grade 1 71
Grade 2 51
Grade 3 52
Grade 4 43
Grade 5 40

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for THE READING EDGE ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten52
Grade 171
Grade 251
Grade 352
Grade 443
Grade 540
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for THE READING EDGE ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16653.7%
Male14346.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)