Located in Panama City, FL, 1st Presbyterian Christian School offers early childhood education for preschool and kindergarten students in a central city setting.
The school has a total enrollment of 29 students with a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 7:1, supported by 4 teachers.
Founded in 1913, the school maintains a Presbyterian religious affiliation and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
The student body includes 16.7% students of color, reflecting aspects of diversity within the Gulf Coast Development neighborhood.
1st Presbyterian Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida based on its founding date, making it one of the oldest private schools in the state.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked FL School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
1st Presbyterian Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
29 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are 1st Presbyterian Christian School often compared to?
1st Presbyterian Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Covenant Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is 1st Presbyterian Christian School's ranking?
1st Presbyterian Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for 1st Presbyterian Christian School?
The application deadline for 1st Presbyterian Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is 1st Presbyterian Christian School located?
1st Presbyterian Christian School is located in the Gulf Coast Development neighborhood of Panama City, FL.
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420 N Bonita Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 152 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3
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Location
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420 N Bonita Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 152 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
420 N Bonita Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 152 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
420 N Bonita Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 152 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3
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Location
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Quick Facts
420 N Bonita Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 152 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3
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(850) 215-6853
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Miles
Quick Facts
420 N Bonita Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 152 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3
Eagle Nest Christian Academy
(Christian)
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(850) 215-6853
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(850) 215-6853
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(850) 769-9354
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
420 N Bonita Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 152 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3
Eagle Nest Christian Academy
(Christian)
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Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 215-6853
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 215-6853
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 52 students
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(Catholic)
1005 Fortune Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 763-1775
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 763-1775
1.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 150 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fellowship Christian Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
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Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 769-5442
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 769-5442
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Gr: PK-8 | 28 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
420 N Bonita Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 257-5054
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 152 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3
Eagle Nest Christian Academy
(Christian)
100 N Macarthur Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 215-6853
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 215-6853
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 52 students
Fellowship Christian Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
2511 E 3rd Street
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 769-5442
Panama City, FL 32401
(850) 769-5442
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 28 students
Covenant Christian School
(Christian)
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(850) 769-9354
Panama City, FL 32405
(850) 769-9354
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 281 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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