SOUTHPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SOUTHPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BAY school district, located in SOUTHPORT, FL with about 397 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, SOUTHPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SOUTHPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Southport, Florida, serving the local community within the Bay District Schools system. As a primary educational institution, it focuses on providing a foundational learning environment for students in the elementary grades, emphasizing academic development, social growth, and fundamental literacy and numeracy skills. The school operates under the broader mission of Bay District Schools, which strives to prepare students for future success through a structured curriculum and supportive classroom settings.

The school benefits from being part of a larger, well-established district, which allows it to leverage shared resources, standardized instructional materials, and professional development for its faculty. For families living in the Southport area, the school serves as a central hub for early education and community engagement. Those interested in specific school performance data, enrollment information, or district-wide policies can access further details through the official Bay District Schools website at [http://www.bay.k12.fl.us/](http://www.bay.k12.fl.us/).

For more information, contact SOUTHPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (850) 767-1636 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.