J.R. ARNOLD HIGH SCHOOL

School Overview
J.R. Arnold High School, located in Panama City Beach, Florida, is a prominent secondary institution within the Bay District Schools system. Serving students in the 9th through 12th grades, the school is known for fostering a comprehensive educational environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The campus is designed to support a diverse student body, offering various Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual enrollment programs, and career and technical education pathways aimed at preparing graduates for both collegiate success and the professional workforce.

Beyond the classroom, J.R. Arnold High School maintains a strong reputation for its vibrant school spirit and community involvement. The school boasts an active athletics program, competing under the "Marlins" mascot, alongside numerous clubs, fine arts programs, and leadership organizations that encourage student engagement. By focusing on holistic development and community pride, the school serves as a central hub for families in Panama City Beach, striving to maintain high expectations while preparing its students to become productive members of society.
1,617
Total Students
66.8
Full-Time Teachers
24.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
32.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for J.R. ARNOLD HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White1,143
Hispanic211
Black138
Asian34
Two or More83
American Indian5
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    1,143 (70.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    211 (13.0 %)
  • Black
    138 (8.5 %)
  • Two or More
    83 (5.1 %)
  • Asian
    34 (2.1 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: BAY
Phone: (850)767-3700
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,617
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 66.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 24.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 469
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 53
Grades Taught
Grade 9 466
Grade 10 420
Grade 11 380
Grade 12 351

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for J.R. ARNOLD HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9466
Grade 10420
Grade 11380
Grade 12351
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for J.R. ARNOLD HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female80349.7%
Male81450.3%