Excellent
#587 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 16% in state
Based on limited data
A. Gary Walsingham Academy
Elementary School · BAY
44 CHIP SEAL PARKWAY, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#587 of 3,778
In Panama City Beach
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 44
BAY
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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A. Gary Walsingham Academy
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About A. Gary Walsingham Academy
A. Gary Walsingham Academy is a public elementary school in Panama City Beach, FL, part of BAY. A.
Gary Walsingham Academy serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. A. Gary Walsingham Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #587 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for A. Gary Walsingham Academy show 63% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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A. Gary Walsingham Academy — Students at A. Gary Walsingham Academy score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
How A. Gary Walsingham Academy Compares
See how A. Gary Walsingham Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
44 CHIP SEAL PARKWAY, Panama City Beach, FL 32407
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. Gary Walsingham Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UNIVERSITY ACADEMY SABL INC (rated 9.2/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Panama City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PALM BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Panama City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Panama City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Panama City Beach, see our Panama City Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32407 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,052
Median Home Value
$403,500
Median Rent
$1,792/mo
Population
15,459
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
38.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. Gary Walsingham Academy
What grades does A. Gary Walsingham Academy serve?
A. Gary Walsingham Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend A. Gary Walsingham Academy?
A. Gary Walsingham Academy has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. Gary Walsingham Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at A. Gary Walsingham Academy is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. Gary Walsingham Academy rank in FL?
A. Gary Walsingham Academy ranks #587 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is A. Gary Walsingham Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
A. Gary Walsingham Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. Gary Walsingham Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. Gary Walsingham Academy has 63% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST).
Is A. Gary Walsingham Academy a charter school?
No, A. Gary Walsingham Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. Gary Walsingham Academy a Title I school?
No, A. Gary Walsingham Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. Gary Walsingham Academy?
52.7% of students at A. Gary Walsingham Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Bay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (850) 767-5475
Resources & Links
District
BAY- District Enrollment
- 27,675
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,117
- District Rank
- #4 of 44
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