Serving 2,169 students in grades 9-12, J. M. Tate Senior High 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: J. M. Tate Senior High School serves the southeastern part of the Cantonment, FL area, covering approximately 104.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 10.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. M. Tate Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J. M. Tate Senior High School's student population of 2,169 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,169 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated To Excellence
School Rankings
J. M. Tate Senior High 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 J. M. Tate Senior High School is 0.52, 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
#2355 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)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 J. M. Tate Senior High School's ranking?
J. M. Tate Senior High School is ranked #2355 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are J. M. Tate Senior High School often compared to?
J. M. Tate Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Florida High School/technical, Washington Senior High 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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of J. M. Tate Senior High School?
The graduation rate of J. M. Tate Senior High School is 91%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend J. M. Tate Senior High School?
2,169 students attend J. M. Tate Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of J. M. Tate Senior High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. M. Tate Senior High School?
J. M. Tate Senior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does J. M. Tate Senior High School offer ?
J. M. Tate Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. M. Tate Senior High School part of?
J. M. Tate Senior High School is part of Escambia School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I attended this school in the 80s and my children go there now. Great school, teachers and admin!!
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