What types of schools are available in Panama City Beach, Florida?

Panama City Beach, Florida offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Panama City Beach, Florida

Q: How many schools are in Panama City Beach, Florida?

There are 7 schools in Panama City Beach, Florida, serving 5,467 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Panama City Beach?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Panama City Beach, Florida, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 7 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

5,467

Total Students

Across Panama City Beach

16.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

7 schools found

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)6 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,629 students at J.R. Arnold High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 15:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

A. Gary Walsingham Academy

publicelementaryPK-5

44 Chip Seal Pkwy, Panama City Beach, FL 32407

Hutchison Beach Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

12900 Middle Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407

Patronis Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

7400 Patronis Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Surfside Middle School

publichighPK-12

300 Nautilus St, Panama City Beach, FL 32413

J.R. Arnold High School

publichighGrade 9-12

550 N Alf Coleman Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407

Breakfast Point Academy

publicmiddlePK-8

601 N Richard Jackson Blvd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407

West Bay Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

14813 School Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32413

Detailed Overview of Schools in Panama City Beach

Panama City Beach, Florida is home to 7 schools serving over 5,467 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Panama City Beach, Florida?

There are 7 schools in Panama City Beach, serving 5,467 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Panama City Beach?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Panama City Beach include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Panama City Beach?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Panama City Beach is 16.3:1.

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