For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,601 students in 32405, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32405, FL are University Academy Sabl Inc, Rising Leaders Academy and Bay Haven Charter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32405 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32405, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32405, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Academy Sabl Inc
Charter School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1980 Discovery Loop
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 481-4410
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 481-4410
Gr: K-8 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Rising Leaders Academy
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1527 Lincoln Ave
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 215-0844
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 215-0844
Gr: K-12 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Bay Haven Charter Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2501 Hawks Landing Blvd
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 248-3500
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 248-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Bay Haven Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2501 Hawks Landing Blvd
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 248-3500
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 248-3500
Gr: K-5 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Northside Dr
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 767-1506
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 767-1506
Gr: PK-5 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #66.
Hiland Park Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2507 E Baldwin Rd
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 767-4685
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 767-4685
Gr: PK-5 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
Lucille Moore Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Michigan Ave
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 767-1428
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 767-1428
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #88.
Cedar Grove Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2826 E 15th St
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 767-4550
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 767-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #99.
New Horizons Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Minnesota Ave
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 767-1110
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 767-1110
Gr: 6-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32405, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32405, FL include University Academy Sabl Inc, Rising Leaders Academy and Bay Haven Charter Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32405?
9 public elementary schools are located in 32405.
What is the racial composition of students in 32405?
32405 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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