Bay High School is a public secondary school in downtown Panama City, Florida, U.S. As one of the oldest continuously accredited public high schools in Florida, the school serves around 1,500 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Bay District Schools.
Serving 1,289 students in grades 9-12, Bay High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bay High School's student population of 1,289 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Bay High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2705 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
38%
Black
27%
21%
White
44%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tornadoes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay High School's ranking?
Bay High School is ranked #2705 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bay High School often compared to?
Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. Crawford Mosley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bay High School?
The graduation rate of Bay High School is 87%, which is equal to the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bay High School?
1,289 students attend Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Bay High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bay High School?
Bay High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bay High School offer ?
Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bay High School part of?
Bay High School is part of Bay School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Bay High is a wonderful opportunity for an excellent education. Bay High offers those headed toward trade school, college, or the labor market the opportunity to learn and grow in a loving, accepting environment. It is a school that dares to be itself. Happy children attend Bay High. Gifted children attend Bay High. Mike GrabnerParent and Alumni
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