Serving 897 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ferry Pass Middle School serves the southeast part of Pensacola, FL, covering an area of approximately 22 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 3 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 5.4 miles from the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ferry Pass Middle School's student population of 897 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
897 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ferry Pass Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 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
#2586 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #2586 out of 3,662 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ferry Pass Middle School?
897 students attend Ferry Pass Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Ferry Pass Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ferry Pass Middle School offer ?
Ferry Pass Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ferry Pass Middle School part of?
Ferry Pass Middle School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Ferry Pass Middle School located?
Ferry Pass Middle School is located in the Northeast Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast Pensacola.
School Reviews
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