Serving 809 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scenic Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 809 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scenic Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Scenic Heights Elementary School's student population of 809 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
809 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Scenic Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scenic Heights Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#984 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
51%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scenic Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Scenic Heights Elementary School is ranked #984 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Scenic Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Scenic Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cordova Park Elementary School, Reinhardt Holm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Scenic Heights Elementary School?
809 students attend Scenic Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Scenic Heights Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scenic Heights Elementary School?
Scenic Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scenic Heights Elementary School offer ?
Scenic Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Scenic Heights Elementary School part of?
Scenic Heights Elementary School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Scenic Heights Elementary School located?
Scenic Heights Elementary 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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