Very Good
#942 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 25% in state
North Bay Haven Career Academy
High School · BAY
1 BUCCANEER DR, Panama City, FL 32404
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#942 of 3,778
In Panama City
#6 of 31
public schools
In district
#8 of 44
BAY
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About North Bay Haven Career Academy
North Bay Haven Career Academy is a public high school in Panama City, FL, part of BAY. North Bay Haven Career Academy serves approximately 882 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. North Bay Haven Career Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #942 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for North Bay Haven Career Academy show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
North Bay Haven Career Academy runs 24.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
North Bay Haven Career Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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North Bay Haven Career Academy — Students at North Bay Haven Career Academy score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 25 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: 8.9/10.
How North Bay Haven Career Academy Compares
See how North Bay Haven Career Academy 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
1 BUCCANEER DR, Panama City, FL 32404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Bay Haven Career Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. A. CRAWFORD MOSLEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Lynn Haven), a more accessible option. Another option is ROSENWALD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 5.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, RUTHERFORD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 4.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Panama City, see our Panama City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 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 North Bay Haven Career Academy
What grades does North Bay Haven Career Academy serve?
North Bay Haven Career Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend North Bay Haven Career Academy?
North Bay Haven Career Academy has an enrollment of approximately 882 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Bay Haven Career Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at North Bay Haven Career Academy is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Bay Haven Career Academy rank in FL?
North Bay Haven Career Academy ranks #942 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is North Bay Haven Career Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
North Bay Haven Career Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 North Bay Haven Career Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Bay Haven Career Academy has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is North Bay Haven Career Academy a charter school?
Yes, North Bay Haven Career Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is North Bay Haven Career Academy a Title I school?
No, North Bay Haven Career Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Bay Haven Career Academy?
22.1% of students at North Bay Haven Career 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 882
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Bay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (850) 248-0801
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
BAY- District Enrollment
- 27,675
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,117
- District Rank
- #8 of 44
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