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#31 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 2% of private schools

Panama City Advanced School

School

3332 TOKEN RD, Panama City, FL 32405

Private

Enrollment

127

Student-Teacher

7.7:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#31 of 1,462

In Panama City

#1 of 6

public schools

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Panama City Advanced School

8.4/10

School in Panama City · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Panama City Advanced School

Panama City Advanced School is a private school in Panama City, FL. Panama City Advanced School serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Panama City Advanced School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares2.1 pts above FL schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 127 students, Panama City Advanced School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Panama City Advanced School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Panama City Advanced School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Panama City Advanced School compares to 35 public schools serving similar grades in Panama City, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
This School
vs
19.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
127
This School
vs
486
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.4
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.3% vs 0%
Asian 40.9% vs 0%
Black 1.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.8% vs 0%
Panama City Advanced School Panama City Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Panama City Advanced School (this school) 8.4
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY SABL INC 9.2
NEW HORIZONS LEARNING CENTER 3.7
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.8
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL 4.0
HILAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.8
BAY HAVEN CHARTER ACADEMY 5.9
BAY HAVEN CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.2
BAY VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) 4.5
BAY VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM
BAY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE
RISING LEADERS ACADEMY 4.6
BAY HIGH SCHOOL 4.9
PALM BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.1
PALM BAY PREPARATORY ACADEMY 6-12 7.9
JINKS MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.0
LUCILLE MOORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.8
CHAUTAUQUA CHARTER SCHOOL 4.5
ST. ANDREW SCHOOL AT OAKLAND TERRACE 4.9
BAY REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER
ROSENWALD HIGH SCHOOL 5.6

Showing 20 of 35 schools. View all schools in Panama City

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,299.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 54%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 127
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 54.3%
Asian 40.9%
Two or More 2.4%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3332 TOKEN RD, Panama City, FL 32405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Panama City Advanced School may also want to explore other schools in the area. COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is KALEIDOSCOPE SCHOOL OF DISCOVERY (rated 5.0/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, RISING LEADERS ACADEMY (rated 4.6/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Panama City, see our Panama City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY SABL INC Panama City 0.8 mi 9.2
KALEIDOSCOPE SCHOOL OF DISCOVERY Panama City 1.4 mi 5.0
THE NORTHWEST FLORIDA ACADEMY Lynn Haven 1.3 mi
MOWAT MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynn Haven 1.6 mi 4.9
NEW HORIZONS LEARNING CENTER Panama City 1.5 mi 3.7
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panama City 1.7 mi 4.8
A. CRAWFORD MOSLEY HIGH SCHOOL Lynn Haven 1.6 mi 5.8
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Panama City 1.7 mi 7.2
BACOT ACADEMY Panama City 1.8 mi
GULF COAST SCHOOL FOR AUTISM Panama City 2.0 mi
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Panama City 2.2 mi 4.0
BAY VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Panama City 2.6 mi
BAY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Panama City 2.6 mi
BAY VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (DISTRICT PROVIDED) Panama City 2.6 mi 4.5
RISING LEADERS ACADEMY Panama City 2.6 mi 4.6
LYNN HAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lynn Haven 2.6 mi 6.0
PALM BAY PREPARATORY ACADEMY 6-12 Panama City 2.8 mi 7.9
PALM BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panama City 2.8 mi 8.1
BAY HIGH SCHOOL Panama City 2.8 mi 4.9
JINKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Panama City 2.8 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,002

Median Home Value

$255,100

Median Rent

$1,418/mo

Population

29,336

College Educated

29.4%

Homeownership

59.8%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

36.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CLAY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE Orange Park, FL 8.4
HOPE SCHOOL Marianna, FL 8.4
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF ST LUCIE COUNTY, INC Port St. Lucie, FL 8.3
MIAMI-DADE ONLINE ACADEMY- VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Miami, FL 8.3
NEWGATE SCHOOL Sarasota, FL 8.5
PRAISE TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Groveland, FL 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Panama City Advanced School

What grades does Panama City Advanced School serve?

Panama City Advanced School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Panama City Advanced School?

Panama City Advanced School has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Panama City Advanced School?

The student-teacher ratio at Panama City Advanced School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Panama City Advanced School rank in FL?

Panama City Advanced School ranks #31 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Panama City Advanced School's MySchoolScout rating?

Panama City Advanced School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Panama City Advanced School a private school?

Yes, Panama City Advanced School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Panama City Advanced School a religious school?

Panama City Advanced School has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
127
Gender Split
41% M / 59% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Small City
County
Bay County

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