Hutchison Beach Elementary School vs West Bay Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hutchison Beach Elementary School
Panama City Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
573 students
West Bay Elementary School
Panama City Beach · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
362 students
| Measure | Hutchison Beach Elementary School Panama City Beach, Florida | West Bay Elementary School Panama City Beach, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1087 of 2,187 | #691 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #18185 of 50,301 | #11047 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 573 | 362 |
| Enrollment | 573 | 362 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.3% | 37.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 67% |
| city | Panama City Beach | Panama City Beach |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Bay Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.4 vs 60.0).
- •West Bay Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 56%).
- •West Bay Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •West Bay Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.3% vs 43.3%).
- •West Bay Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.9).
- •Hutchison Beach Elementary School is the larger school with 573 students compared with 362.
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 Hutchison Beach Elementary School better than West Bay Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), West Bay Elementary School ranks higher (70.4 vs 60.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Hutchison Beach Elementary School and West Bay Elementary School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Panama City Beach and Panama City Beach in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hutchison Beach Elementary School: 573. West Bay Elementary School: 362. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hutchison Beach Elementary School and West Bay Elementary School rank in Florida?
Hutchison Beach Elementary School is 1087th of 2,187 and West Bay Elementary School is 691st of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).