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#2605 of 3,778 schools in FL
Port St. Joe Elementary School
Elementary School · GULF
2201 LONG AVE, Port St. Joe, FL 32456
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,605 of 3,778
In Port St. Joe
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
GULF
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Port St. Joe Elementary School
Port St. Joe Elementary School is a public elementary school in Port St. Joe, FL, part of GULF.
Port St. Joe Elementary School serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Port St.
Joe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,605 of 3,778 schools in FL. Structured state assessment records for Port St. Joe Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Port St. Joe Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
37% of students at Port St. Joe 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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Port St. Joe Elementary School — Students at Port St. Joe Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 35 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: 2.8/10.
How Port St. Joe Elementary School Compares
See how Port St. Joe 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
2201 LONG AVE, Port St. Joe, FL 32456
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Port St. Joe Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY NATIVITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 32.7 miles away, in nearby Panama City), which scores notably higher. Another option is APALACHICOLA BAY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Apalachicola), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TYNDALL ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 27.6 miles away, in nearby Tyndall Afb), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port St. Joe, see our Port St. Joe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32456 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,723
Median Home Value
$338,100
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
7,304
College Educated
37.3%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
57.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Port St. Joe Elementary School
What grades does Port St. Joe Elementary School serve?
Port St. Joe Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Port St. Joe Elementary School?
Port St. Joe Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Port St. Joe Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Port St. Joe Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Port St. Joe Elementary School rank in FL?
Port St. Joe Elementary School ranks #2,605 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Port St. Joe Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Port St. Joe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Port St. Joe Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Port St. Joe Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Port St. Joe Elementary School a charter school?
No, Port St. Joe Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Port St. Joe Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Port St. Joe Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port St. Joe Elementary School?
44.7% of students at Port St. Joe 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 512
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Gulf County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (850) 227-1221
Resources & Links
District
GULF- District Enrollment
- 1,915
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,110
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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