Serving 975 students in grades 6-8, Ferry Pass 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 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 975 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferry Pass Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ferry Pass Middle School's student population of 975 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
975 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ferry Pass Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferry Pass Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2819 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
36%
Black
38%
21%
White
37%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferry Pass Middle School's ranking?
Ferry Pass Middle School is ranked #2819 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ferry Pass Middle School often compared to?
Ferry Pass Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. H. Workman Middle School, Brown Barge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ferry Pass Middle School?
975 students attend Ferry Pass Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Ferry Pass Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ferry Pass Middle School?
Ferry Pass Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ferry Pass Middle School offer ?
Ferry Pass Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ferry Pass Middle School part of?
Ferry Pass Middle School is part of Escambia School District.
School Reviews
5 11/29/2011
I do love this school and my son has had wonderful teachers and has also.Ferry Pass is a good school!
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