Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Pensacola Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Pensacola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Pensacola Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Pensacola Elementary 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 West Pensacola Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#3039 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
37%
Black
43%
21%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Pensacola Elementary School's ranking?
West Pensacola Elementary School is ranked #3039 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Pensacola Elementary School often compared to?
West Pensacola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Myrtle Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Pensacola Elementary School?
449 students attend West Pensacola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Pensacola Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Pensacola Elementary School?
West Pensacola Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Pensacola Elementary School offer ?
West Pensacola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Pensacola Elementary School part of?
West Pensacola Elementary School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is West Pensacola Elementary School located?
West Pensacola Elementary School is located in the Pen Haven neighborhood of Pensacola, FL.
School Reviews
5 4/25/2009
The quality of academic programs is above par. They have a great faculty that really cares about the students no matter our income.
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