Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakcrest 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 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakcrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oakcrest Elementary School's student population of 483 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Oakcrest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakcrest Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#3588 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
50%
21%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakcrest Elementary School's ranking?
Oakcrest Elementary School is ranked #3588 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Oakcrest Elementary School?
483 students attend Oakcrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Oakcrest Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakcrest Elementary School?
Oakcrest Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakcrest Elementary School offer ?
Oakcrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakcrest Elementary School part of?
Oakcrest Elementary School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakcrest Elementary School located?
Oakcrest Elementary School is located in the South Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in South Pensacola.
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