Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Myrtle Grove Elementary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Myrtle Grove Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in Pensacola, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive and are, on average, about 1.4 miles from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Myrtle Grove Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Myrtle Grove Elementary 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 Myrtle Grove Elementary 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
#3105 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
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)49.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. 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 Myrtle Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Myrtle Grove Elementary School is ranked #3105 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Myrtle Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Myrtle Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Elementary School, Pleasant Grove Elementary School, West Pensacola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Myrtle Grove Elementary School?
435 students attend Myrtle Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Myrtle Grove Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Myrtle Grove Elementary School?
Myrtle Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Myrtle Grove Elementary School offer ?
Myrtle Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Myrtle Grove Elementary School part of?
Myrtle Grove Elementary School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Myrtle Grove Elementary School located?
Myrtle Grove Elementary School is located in the Myrtle Grove Park neighborhood of Pensacola, FL.
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