Best 32404 Florida Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,477 students in 32404, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 32404, FL are Deer Point Elementary School, Tommy Smith Elementary School and Callaway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32404 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32404, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32404, FL Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deer Point Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4800 Highway 2321
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-5462
Gr: PK-5 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Tommy Smith Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5044 Tommy Smith Dr
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-1688
Gr: PK-5 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Callaway Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7115 E Highway 22
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-1241
Gr: PK-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Parker Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
640 S Highway 22 A
Panama City, FL 32404
(850) 767-4570
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 32404, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32404, FL include Deer Point Elementary School, Tommy Smith Elementary School and Callaway Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32404?
4 public preschools are located in 32404.
What is the racial composition of students in 32404?
32404 public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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