Average
#2057 of 3,778 schools in FL
Callaway Elementary School
Elementary School · BAY
7115 E HIGHWAY 22, Panama City, FL 32404
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,057 of 3,778
In Panama City
#9 of 31
public schools
In district
#16 of 44
BAY
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Callaway Elementary School
Callaway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Panama City, FL, part of BAY. Callaway Elementary School serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Callaway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,057 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Callaway Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Callaway Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Callaway Elementary School — Students at Callaway Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 5.1/10.
How Callaway Elementary School Compares
See how Callaway Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7115 E HIGHWAY 22, Panama City, FL 32404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Callaway Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH BAY HAVEN CHARTER ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 5.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY NATIVITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TYNDALL ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Tyndall Afb), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Panama City, see our Panama City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,208
Median Home Value
$239,700
Median Rent
$1,355/mo
Population
42,117
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
38.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Callaway Elementary School
What grades does Callaway Elementary School serve?
Callaway Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Callaway Elementary School?
Callaway Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Callaway Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Callaway Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Callaway Elementary School rank in FL?
Callaway Elementary School ranks #2,057 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Callaway Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Callaway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Callaway Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Callaway Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Callaway Elementary School a charter school?
No, Callaway Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Callaway Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Callaway Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Callaway Elementary School?
73.0% of students at Callaway Elementary School 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 537
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Bay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.5%
- Phone
- (850) 767-1241
Resources & Links
District
BAY- District Enrollment
- 27,675
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,117
- District Rank
- #16 of 44
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