Serving 188 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy's student population of 188 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Motto
Enter to Learn, Depart to Serve
School Rankings
Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy 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 Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy is 0.32, 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
#3550 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
81%
21%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy is ranked #3550 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Jackie Harris Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like N. B. Cook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy?
188 students attend Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy?
Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy offer ?
Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy part of?
Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy located?
Jackie Harris Preparatory Academy is located in the North Central Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in North Central Pensacola.
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