Serving 569 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northside 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northside Elementary School serves the southwest part of Panama City, FL, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northside Elementary School's student population of 569 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northside 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 Northside Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#2081 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
50%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #2081 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lynn Haven Elementary School, Deer Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
569 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Northside Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Bay School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Love this school. My 2nd grader has learned so much in a comfortable environment. Everyone is so kind and they put the students first. I would not send her anywhere else.
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