Serving 639 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tommy Smith Elementary School ranks in the top 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 48% (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 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (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 639 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tommy Smith Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tommy Smith Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1807 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
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 #1807 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
48% 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?
639 students attend Tommy Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Tommy Smith Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tommy Smith Elementary School?
Tommy Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than 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
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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