Cedar Grove Elementary School

2826 E 15th St
Panama City, FL 32405
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 554 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Grove Elementary 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 18% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 554 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Bottom 50% in FL
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cedar Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Cedar Grove Elementary School's student population of 554 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Cedar Grove Elementary 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 Cedar Grove Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3543 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
18%
52%
21%
52%
10-14%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
35%
21%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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 Cedar Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Grove Elementary School is ranked #3543 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cedar Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hiland Park Elementary School, Callaway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cedar Grove Elementary School?
554 students attend Cedar Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Cedar Grove Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Grove Elementary School?
Cedar Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cedar Grove Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Grove Elementary School part of?
Cedar Grove Elementary School is part of Bay School District.
In what neighborhood is Cedar Grove Elementary School located?
Cedar Grove Elementary School is located in the Cedar Grove neighborhood of Panama City, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Cedar Grove.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 554 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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