Best 32404 Florida Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,160 students in 32404, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32404, FL are North Bay Haven Charter Academy Middle School and Merritt Brown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32404 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32404, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32404, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Bay Haven Charter Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1 Buccaneer Dr
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 248-0801
Gr: 6-8 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Merritt Brown Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5044 Merritt Brown Way
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-3976
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32404, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32404, FL include North Bay Haven Charter Academy Middle School and Merritt Brown Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 32404?
2 public middle schools are located in 32404.
What is the racial composition of students in 32404?
32404 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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