A. Gary Walsingham Academy vs J.r. Arnold High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A. Gary Walsingham Academy
Panama City Beach · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
470 students
J.r. Arnold High School
Panama City Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,629 students
| Measure | A. Gary Walsingham Academy Panama City Beach, Florida | J.r. Arnold High School Panama City Beach, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1244 of 2,187 | #230 of 576 |
| National rank | #21000 of 50,301 | #6973 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 470 | 1,629 |
| Enrollment | 470 | 1,629 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.2% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 55% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | Panama City Beach | Panama City Beach |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (55.9 vs 55.2).
- •J.r. Arnold High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 40.2%).
- •A. Gary Walsingham Academy does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 21.2).
- •J.r. Arnold High School is the larger school with 1,629 students compared with 470.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is A. Gary Walsingham Academy better than J.r. Arnold High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are A. Gary Walsingham Academy and J.r. Arnold High School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Panama City Beach and Panama City Beach in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A. Gary Walsingham Academy: 470. J.r. Arnold High School: 1,629. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A. Gary Walsingham Academy and J.r. Arnold High School rank in Florida?
A. Gary Walsingham Academy is 1244th of 2,187 and J.r. Arnold High School is 230th of 576 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).