Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Merriam Cherry Street 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Merriam Cherry Street Elementary serves the southern part of Panama City, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merriam Cherry Street 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 Merriam Cherry Street Elementary 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3378 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cheetahs
School Mascot
Cheetah
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School's ranking?
Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School is ranked #3378 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School often compared to?
Merriam Cherry Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Elementary School, Lynn Haven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School?
343 students attend Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School?
Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School offer ?
Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School part of?
Merriam Cherry Street Elementary School is part of Bay School District.
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