Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, Jinks Middle 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 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jinks Middle School serves the southwest part of Panama City, FL, covering an area of approximately 16.5 square miles. Most students typically have a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jinks Middle School's student population of 541 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
CARPE DIEM - Seize the Day, be the best.
School Rankings
Jinks Middle 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 Jinks Middle School is 0.71, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2503 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jinks Middle School's ranking?
Jinks Middle School is ranked #2503 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jinks Middle School often compared to?
Jinks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mowat Middle School, Merritt Brown Middle School, Palm Bay Preparatory Academy 6-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jinks Middle School?
541 students attend Jinks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Jinks Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jinks Middle School?
Jinks Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jinks Middle School offer ?
Jinks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jinks Middle School part of?
Jinks Middle School is part of Bay School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
more of a daycare for middle school students than a learning environment
4 10/10/2025
I rate this school a 4 out of 5 only because I love all of my teachers and I have the best time with my friends even though there are the ups and downs overall it's the best school and only school id want to go to.
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