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Best 32401 Florida Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 5,373 students in 32401, FL (there are 7 private schools, serving 738 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 32401, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32401, FL are Bay Virtual Franchise, Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 and Palm Bay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32401 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32401, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32401, FL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bay Virtual Franchise
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1311 Balboa Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-4460
Gr: K-12 | 26 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1104 Balboa Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 215-0770
Gr: 6-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Palm Bay Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1104 Balboa Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 215-0770
Gr: K-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Bay Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1311 Balboa Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 747-4460
Gr: K-12 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Bay Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1311 Balboa Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-4377
Gr: 3-12 | 91 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Jinks Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
600 W 11th St
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-4695
Gr: 6-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #77.
Bay High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 Harrison Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,298 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #88.
St. Andrew School At Oakland Terrace
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2010 W 12th St
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-4595
Gr: PK-5 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #99.
Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1125 Cherry St
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-1480
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #1010.
Rutherford High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 School Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-4500
Gr: 6-12 | 1,423 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1111.
Margaret K. Lewis In Millville
Special Education School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
203 N East Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-1792
Gr: PK-12 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #1212.
Rosenwald High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
924 Bay Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-4580
Gr: 6-12 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Amikids Maritime Academy
Charter School
200 E. Beach Drive
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 919-2213
Gr: 9-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Bay Regional Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
450 E 11th St
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 872-4706
Gr: K-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Chautauqua Charter School
Special Education School
Charter School
1118 Magnolia Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 785-5056
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
Exceptional Student Education
Special Education School
1311 Balboa Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 872-4100
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
Oscar Patterson Academy
1025 Redwood Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-1610
Gr: PK-3 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
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32401, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
A. D. Harris High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
819 E 11th St
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 872-4590
Gr: 9-12 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Bay County Sheriff's Boot Camp High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
0456 E 11th Street
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 872-733
Gr: 7-12 | 28 students Minority enrollment: 54%
Bay County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
01311 Balboa Avenue
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 872-770
C C Washington Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
924 Bay Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-5576
Gr: 6-8 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Everitt Middle School (Closed 2020)
608 School Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-3776
Gr: 6-8 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Millville Elementary School (Closed 2010)
203 N East Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 872-4765
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Oakland Terrace School For The Visual And Performing Arts (Closed 2020)
2010 W 12th St
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-4565
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Oscar Patterson Elementary Magnet (Closed 2020)
Magnet School
1025 Redwood Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-4675
Gr: PK-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Panama City Marine Institute (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
200 E Beach Dr
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 872-4715
Gr: 6-12 | 57 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Shaw Adult Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
162 Detroit Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 872-4555
Springfield Elementary School (Closed 2020)
520 School Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 767-4575
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 32401, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32401, FL include Bay Virtual Franchise, Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 and Palm Bay Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32401?
17 public schools are located in 32401.
What percentage of students in 32401 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 32401 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32401?
32401 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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