Serving 684 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hiland Park Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hiland Park Elementary School's student population of 684 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
684 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1937
School Rankings
Hiland Park Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hiland Park Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2220 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
17%
21%
White
50%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bay School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Razorbacks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Hiland Park Elementary School is ranked #2220 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hiland Park Elementary School?
684 students attend Hiland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Hiland Park Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hiland Park Elementary School?
Hiland Park Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hiland Park Elementary School offer ?
Hiland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hiland Park Elementary School part of?
Hiland Park Elementary School is part of Bay School District.
In what neighborhood is Hiland Park Elementary School located?
Hiland Park Elementary School is located in the Cedar Grove neighborhood of Panama City, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Cedar Grove.
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