Serving 883 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Tyndall Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Tyndall Elementary School serves the southern part of Panama City, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 47.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone edges averaging around 5.6 miles and extending up to 13.4 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tyndall Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tyndall Academy's student population of 883 students has grown by 127% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 190% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
883 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
School Motto
SOARING to be the nation's best!
School Rankings
Tyndall Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tyndall Academy is 0.62, 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
#655 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)19.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Thunderbirds
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tyndall Academy's ranking?
Tyndall Academy is ranked #655 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tyndall Academy often compared to?
Tyndall Academyis often viewed alongside schools like University Academy Sabl Inc by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tyndall Academy?
883 students attend Tyndall Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Tyndall Academy students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tyndall Academy?
Tyndall Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tyndall Academy offer ?
Tyndall Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tyndall Academy part of?
Tyndall Academy is part of Bay School District.
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