APALACHICOLA BAY CHARTER SCHOOL
Charter School
359 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
Apalachicola Bay Charter School (ABCS) is a public charter school located in Apalachicola, Florida, serving students in grades Pre-K through 8. As a charter institution, it operates under the broader umbrella of the Franklin County School District while maintaining a degree of independence in its curriculum and instructional focus. The school is deeply rooted in its local community, leveraging the unique coastal environment of the Florida Panhandle to provide students with a hands-on, place-based educational experience that emphasizes both academic achievement and civic responsibility.
The school is known for its relatively small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere that fosters close relationships between students, teachers, and families. By integrating local history, marine science, and environmental stewardship into their daily lessons, ABCS aims to prepare students for high school success while cultivating a strong sense of pride in their local heritage. Families interested in the school’s specific academic programs, enrollment procedures, or current school board initiatives can find comprehensive information through their official presence on the Franklin County Schools website.
The school is known for its relatively small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere that fosters close relationships between students, teachers, and families. By integrating local history, marine science, and environmental stewardship into their daily lessons, ABCS aims to prepare students for high school success while cultivating a strong sense of pride in their local heritage. Families interested in the school’s specific academic programs, enrollment procedures, or current school board initiatives can find comprehensive information through their official presence on the Franklin County Schools website.
359
Total Students
22.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 254 |
| Hispanic | 31 |
| Black | 34 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 38 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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White254 (70.8 %)
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Two or More38 (10.6 %)
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Black34 (9.5 %)
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Hispanic31 (8.6 %)
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Asian1 (0.3 %)
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American Indian1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | FRANKLIN |
| Phone: | (850)653-1222 |
| Website: | http://www.franklincountyschools.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 359 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 22.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 162 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 18 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
30
Kindergarten
36
Grade 1
34
Grade 2
37
Grade 3
32
Grade 4
42
Grade 5
40
Grade 6
34
Grade 7
41
Grade 8
33
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 30 |
| Kindergarten | 36 |
| Grade 1 | 34 |
| Grade 2 | 37 |
| Grade 3 | 32 |
| Grade 4 | 42 |
| Grade 5 | 40 |
| Grade 6 | 34 |
| Grade 7 | 41 |
| Grade 8 | 33 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 175 | 48.7% |
| Male | 184 | 51.3% |