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Bay Virtual Franchise
School · BAY
1311 BALBOA AVE, Panama City, FL 32401
Enrollment
26
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
26
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Bay Virtual Franchise
Bay Virtual Franchise is a public school in Panama City, FL, part of the BAY. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th. Students demonstrate 64% proficiency in math and 79% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $49,901, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Bay Virtual Franchise is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Bay Virtual Franchise is a virtual school, meaning instruction is delivered primarily online. Virtual schools offer flexibility but require strong self-discipline and a reliable home learning environment. Parents should consider whether their child thrives with independent, technology-based learning and ask about the school's approach to student engagement and support.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 1311 BALBOA AVE, Panama City, FL 32401
- Website
- bayvirtualschool.com
- Phone
- (850) 767-4460
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 90% (2019) to 37% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 90% (2019) to 67% (2021).
Location
1311 BALBOA AVE, Panama City, FL 32401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bay Virtual Franchise may also want to explore other schools in the area. COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away). Another option is KALEIDOSCOPE SCHOOL OF DISCOVERY (rated 5.0/10, 1.6 miles away). Additionally, BAY VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) (rated 4.8/10). For more schools in Panama City, see our Panama City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,901
Median Home Value
$207,000
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
18,394
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
58.9%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
42.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bay Virtual Franchise has a median household income of $49,901. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $207,000, with a median rent of $1,194/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.3%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bay Virtual Franchise
What grades does Bay Virtual Franchise serve?
Bay Virtual Franchise serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Bay Virtual Franchise?
Bay Virtual Franchise has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What are the test scores at Bay Virtual Franchise?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bay Virtual Franchise has 63.5% math proficiency and 78.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bay Virtual Franchise a charter school?
No, Bay Virtual Franchise is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bay Virtual Franchise a Title I school?
No, Bay Virtual Franchise is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay Virtual Franchise?
23.1% of students at Bay Virtual Franchise 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,841/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Panama City). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bay County
- Phone
- (850) 767-4460
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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