Below Average
#3396 of 3,778 schools in FL
Jinks Middle School
Middle School · BAY
600 W 11TH ST, Panama City, FL 32401
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,396 of 3,778
In Panama City
#24 of 31
public schools
In district
#37 of 44
BAY
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Jinks Middle School
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About Jinks Middle School
Jinks Middle School is a public middle school in Panama City, FL, part of BAY. Jinks Middle School serves approximately 583 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jinks Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,396 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Jinks Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Jinks Middle 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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Jinks Middle School — Students at Jinks Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.7%
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
↓ 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: 4.3/10.
How Jinks Middle School Compares
See how Jinks Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 W 11TH ST, Panama City, FL 32401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jinks Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PALM BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALM BAY PREPARATORY ACADEMY 6-12 (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY NATIVITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Panama City, see our Panama City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 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
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| EDWARD W BOK ACADEMY NORTH Lake Wales, FL | 4.0 |
| PARKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 4.0 |
| GIFFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach, FL | 4.1 |
| HENRY H. FILER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hialeah, FL | 4.1 |
| ANDREW JACKSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Titusville, FL | 3.9 |
| CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Dade City, FL | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jinks Middle School
What grades does Jinks Middle School serve?
Jinks Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Jinks Middle School?
Jinks Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 583 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jinks Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jinks Middle School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jinks Middle School rank in FL?
Jinks Middle School ranks #3,396 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Jinks Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jinks Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Jinks Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jinks Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jinks Middle School a charter school?
No, Jinks Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jinks Middle School a Title I school?
No, Jinks Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jinks Middle School?
64.7% of students at Jinks Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 583
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.5%
- Phone
- (850) 767-4695
Resources & Links
District
BAY- District Enrollment
- 27,675
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,117
- District Rank
- #37 of 44
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