Summary:
Tyndall Afb, Florida, is home to a single public school, Tyndall Academy, a PK-8 school serving 883 students on the air force base as part of the Bay County school district.
Tyndall Academy stands out for its exceptional advanced academics, achieving a perfect 100% proficiency rate in both Algebra 1 and Geometry End-of-Course exams—far exceeding state averages. The school also excels in Civics (87% proficient) and 8th-grade Science (77% proficient), outperforming the district and state by significant margins. Upper-grade performance is a clear strength, with 8th-grade Math (79%), 8th-grade ELA (72%), and 5th-grade Math (78%) all well above state benchmarks. However, there are areas for improvement, particularly in 3rd-grade ELA (56%), 4th-grade Math (63%), and 6th-grade Math (54%), which fall below state averages. The school’s chronic absenteeism rate is notably low at 17.5%, roughly half the district rate of 35.3%, and 37% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch.
A key takeaway is the school’s consistent academic growth from elementary to middle school, with ELA proficiency rising from 56% in 3rd grade to 72% in 8th grade. The ability to offer high-school-level math courses to middle schoolers, with 100% passing rates, is a rare and impressive feature for a PK-8 school. While 6th-grade math shows a dip, the overall trajectory suggests strong preparation for high school. The combination of low absenteeism, strong advanced coursework, and steady improvement in upper grades makes Tyndall Academy a high-performing option for military families seeking a stable, rigorous academic environment.
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