Serving 666 students in grades 6-8, J. H. Workman Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. H. Workman Middle School's student population of 666 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J. H. Workman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. H. Workman Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3345 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
57%
21%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. H. Workman Middle School's ranking?
J. H. Workman Middle School is ranked #3345 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are J. H. Workman Middle School often compared to?
J. H. Workman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ferry Pass Middle School, Brown Barge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend J. H. Workman Middle School?
666 students attend J. H. Workman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of J. H. Workman Middle School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. H. Workman Middle School?
J. H. Workman Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does J. H. Workman Middle School offer ?
J. H. Workman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is J. H. Workman Middle School part of?
J. H. Workman Middle School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is J. H. Workman Middle School located?
J. H. Workman Middle School is located in the Northeast Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast Pensacola.
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