Serving 739 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 20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. H. Workman Middle School's student population of 739 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J. H. Workman 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 J. H. Workman Middle School is 0.65, 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
#3370 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
16%
36%
Black
52%
21%
White
25%
36%
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
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. H. Workman Middle School's ranking?
J. H. Workman Middle School is ranked #3370 out of 3,655 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend J. H. Workman Middle School?
739 students attend J. H. Workman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of J. H. Workman Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
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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