Serving 948 students in grades 6-8, Jim C. Bailey 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 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jim C. Bailey Middle School serves the southern part of Pensacola, FL, covering an area of approximately 56.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jim C. Bailey Middle School's student population of 948 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
948 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jim C. Bailey 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 Jim C. Bailey Middle School is 0.69, 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
#2547 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jim C. Bailey Middle School's ranking?
Jim C. Bailey Middle School is ranked #2547 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jim C. Bailey Middle School often compared to?
Jim C. Bailey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrington Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jim C. Bailey Middle School?
948 students attend Jim C. Bailey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Jim C. Bailey Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jim C. Bailey Middle School?
Jim C. Bailey Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jim C. Bailey Middle School offer ?
Jim C. Bailey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jim C. Bailey Middle School part of?
Jim C. Bailey Middle School is part of Escambia School District.
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