For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 843 students in Jay, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Jay, FL are Jay Elementary School and Chumuckla Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jay, FL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Jay have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Jay, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jay Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13833 Alabama St
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 359-8230
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 359-8230
Gr: PK-6 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Chumuckla Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2312 Highway 182
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 995-3690
Jay, FL 32565
(850) 995-3690
Gr: PK-6 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Jay, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Jay, FL include Jay Elementary School and Chumuckla Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Jay?
2 public preschools are located in Jay.
What is the racial composition of students in Jay?
Jay public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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