Summary:
In zip code 32444, there is one middle school, Mowat Middle School, serving grades 6 through 8 in Lynn Haven, Florida, as part of the Bay County school district.
Mowat Middle School has 803 students and a student-teacher ratio of 18.6:1, with spending of $9,006 per student. The school shows a striking contrast in its math programs: while 7th-grade math proficiency is a low 48%, the school achieves exceptional results in advanced coursework, with 100% of students proficient in Geometry and 91% proficient in Algebra 1, far exceeding district and state averages. However, Civics is a clear weakness, with only 67% proficiency compared to the state average of 77%. The school's state ranking has been volatile, dropping from the 52nd percentile in 2023-2024 to the 39th percentile in 2024-2025, before partially recovering to the 49th percentile in 2025-2026. Chronic absenteeism is a relative strength at 28.9%, notably lower than the district average of 35.3%.
For parents, Mowat Middle School offers a mixed picture. The school excels at preparing top students for advanced math but struggles with standard math instruction, particularly in 7th grade, and with Civics education. The volatile state ranking and inconsistent test scores suggest year-to-year performance can vary significantly. On the positive side, better-than-average attendance rates indicate a more engaged student body, and the school's advanced math program is a standout feature. Overall, this school provides strong opportunities for students ready for advanced coursework, but families should be aware of the weaknesses in core subjects like Civics and 7th-grade math.
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