Serving 25 students in grades 3-12, Bay Virtual Franchise ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BAY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE serves an extensive attendance zone in Panama City, FL, covering approximately 1,033.2 square miles and spanning the entire school district. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 21.2 miles to the zone edge and the furthest edge reaching up to 32.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bay Virtual Franchise's student population of 25 students has declined by 93% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
25 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bay Virtual Franchise ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Virtual Franchise is 0.27, 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
#1165 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Hispanic
16%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impacted12%
27.4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Virtual Franchise's ranking?
Bay Virtual Franchise is ranked #1165 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bay Virtual Franchise?
The graduation rate of Bay Virtual Franchise is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Bay Virtual Franchise?
25 students attend Bay Virtual Franchise.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Bay Virtual Franchise students are White, and 16% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Bay Virtual Franchise offer ?
Bay Virtual Franchise offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Bay Virtual Franchise part of?
Bay Virtual Franchise is part of Bay School District.
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