For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,376 students in 32404, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 32404, FL are North Bay Haven Charter Academy Elementary School, North Bay Haven Charter Academy Middle School and Deer Point Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32404 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32404, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32404, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Bay Haven Charter Academy Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Buccaneer Dr
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 248-0205
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 248-0205
Grades: K-5
| 694 students
Rank: #22.
North Bay Haven Charter Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Buccaneer Dr
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 248-0801
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 248-0801
Grades: 6-8
| 525 students
Rank: #33.
Deer Point Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4800 Highway 2321
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-5462
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-5462
Grades: PK-5
| 707 students
Rank: #44.
Tommy Smith Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5044 Tommy Smith Dr
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-1688
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-1688
Grades: PK-5
| 731 students
Rank: #55.
Callaway Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7115 E Highway 22
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-1241
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-1241
Grades: PK-5
| 537 students
Rank: #66.
Merritt Brown Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5044 Merritt Brown Way
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-3976
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-3976
Grades: 6-8
| 680 students
Rank: #77.
Parker Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
640 S Highway 22 A
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-4570
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-4570
Grades: PK-5
| 502 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 32404, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 32404, FL include North Bay Haven Charter Academy Elementary School, North Bay Haven Charter Academy Middle School and Deer Point Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32404?
7 public elementary schools are located in 32404.
What is the racial composition of students in 32404?
32404 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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