Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tommy Smith 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 45% (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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tommy Smith Elementary School's student population of 677 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
677 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tommy Smith 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 Tommy Smith Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1925 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
38%
Black
8%
21%
White
70%
34%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tommy Smith Elementary School's ranking?
Tommy Smith Elementary School is ranked #1925 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tommy Smith Elementary School often compared to?
Tommy Smith Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Tommy Smith Elementary School?
677 students attend Tommy Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Tommy Smith Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tommy Smith Elementary School?
Tommy Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tommy Smith Elementary School offer ?
Tommy Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tommy Smith Elementary School part of?
Tommy Smith Elementary School is part of Bay School District.
In what neighborhood is Tommy Smith Elementary School located?
Tommy Smith Elementary School is located in the Cedar Grove neighborhood of Panama City, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Cedar Grove.
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