Serving 765 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bay Haven Charter Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay Haven Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bay Haven Charter Academy's student population of 765 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
765 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bay Haven Charter Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Haven Charter Academy is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#527 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
67%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Haven Charter Academy's ranking?
Bay Haven Charter Academy is ranked #527 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bay Haven Charter Academy often compared to?
Bay Haven Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like North Bay Haven Charter Academy Elementary School, University Academy Sabl Inc by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bay Haven Charter Academy?
765 students attend Bay Haven Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bay Haven Charter Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bay Haven Charter Academy?
Bay Haven Charter Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bay Haven Charter Academy offer ?
Bay Haven Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bay Haven Charter Academy part of?
Bay Haven Charter Academy is part of Bay School District.
In what neighborhood is Bay Haven Charter Academy located?
Bay Haven Charter Academy is located in the St Andrews Bay neighborhood of Panama City, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in St Andrews Bay.
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