Panama City Marine Institute (Closed 2020)

Serving 57 students in grades 6-12, Panama City Marine Institute 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 was ≤20% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 56%).
Minority enrollment was 44% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

School Overview

School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a

School Rankings

This School
State Level (FL)
(17-18)
≤20%
58%
(18-19)
<50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
33%
21%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.58
(18-19)
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Panama City Marine Institute?
The graduation rate of Panama City Marine Institute is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Panama City Marine Institute?
57 students attend Panama City Marine Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Panama City Marine Institute students are White, 33% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Panama City Marine Institute offer ?
Panama City Marine Institute offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Panama City Marine Institute part of?
Panama City Marine Institute is part of Bay School District.

Recent Articles

Preventing Suicide in Schools: 2026 Guide for Educators
Preventing Suicide in Schools: 2026 Guide for Educators
Learn updated 2026 strategies for preventing suicide in schools, including warning signs, intervention plans, and school-wide mental health support.
The Impact of Social Media on Students (2026 Update)
The Impact of Social Media on Students (2026 Update)
Explore the impact of social media on students in 2026, including academic, mental health, and safety insights for parents and educators.
Building a Summer Reading Plan That Keeps Kids Engaged
Building a Summer Reading Plan That Keeps Kids Engaged
Learn how to build a summer reading plan that keeps kids engaged, motivated, and improving literacy skills throughout the break.