JOURNEYS ACADEMY

School Overview
Journeys Academy, located in Sanford, Florida, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Seminole County Public Schools (SCPS) district. It is designed to serve students who require an alternative learning environment, focusing on those who may benefit from a more tailored approach to academic instruction, behavioral support, and social-emotional development. The school’s mission is centered on providing a structured, supportive atmosphere that helps students overcome barriers to success and re-engage with their educational path, often serving as a bridge to help them return to a traditional school setting or prepare for post-secondary opportunities.

The academy emphasizes a personalized learning experience, utilizing smaller class sizes and dedicated staff to address the individual needs of its student body. By integrating traditional curriculum with targeted interventions and character-building initiatives, Journeys Academy aims to foster both academic achievement and personal growth. As part of the broader Seminole County school system, it adheres to district-wide standards while maintaining the flexibility necessary to offer the specialized guidance and restorative practices essential for the success of its unique student population.
122
Total Students
9.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
56.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JOURNEYS ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White27
Hispanic35
Black51
Asian1
Two or More8
  • Black
    51 (41.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    35 (28.7 %)
  • White
    27 (22.1 %)
  • Two or More
    8 (6.6 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: SEMINOLE
Phone: (407)320-7827
Grade Range: 4th - 12th
Total Students: 122
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 9.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 61
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8
Grades Taught
Grade 5 1
Grade 6 3
Grade 7 17
Grade 8 26
Grade 9 26
Grade 10 24
Grade 11 18
Grade 12 7

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JOURNEYS ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Grade 51
Grade 63
Grade 717
Grade 826
Grade 926
Grade 1024
Grade 1118
Grade 127
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JOURNEYS ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female4839.3%
Male7460.7%