Central High School

1250 W 17th St, Ste A
Panama City, FL 32405
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Bottom 50%
Serving 99 students in grades 9-12, Central 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 99 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Central High School's student population of 99 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
99 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Central 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 Central High School is 0.68, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3575 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤10%
52%
≤20%
52%
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Hispanic
22%
38%
Black
18%
21%
White
48%
34%
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
52%
0.68
35-39%
88%
(22-23)
100%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central High School's ranking?
Central High School is ranked #3575 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central High School?
The graduation rate of Central High School is 35-39%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Central High School?
99 students attend Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Central High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central High School?
Central High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central High School offer ?
Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central High School part of?
Central High School is part of Bay School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 99 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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