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.
90
Total Students
13.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for JOURNEYS ACADEMY
Demographic Student Count
White19
Hispanic20
Black44
Asian3
Two or More3
American Indian1
  • Black
    44 (48.9%)
  • Hispanic
    20 (22.2%)
  • White
    19 (21.1%)
  • Asian
    3 (3.3%)
  • Two or More
    3 (3.3%)
  • American Indian
    1 (1.1%)
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
Website: http://jrny.scps.k12.fl.us/
Grade Range: 1st - 12th
Total Students: 90
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 6.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 61
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8
Grades Taught
Grade 6 5
Grade 7 14
Grade 8 19
Grade 9 18
Grade 10 14
Grade 11 11
Grade 12 9

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for JOURNEYS ACADEMY
Grade Student Count
Grade 65
Grade 714
Grade 819
Grade 918
Grade 1014
Grade 1111
Grade 129
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for JOURNEYS ACADEMY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female2628.9%
Male6471.1%