Serving 57 students in grades 6-12, Pace Program 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pace Program's student population of 57 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pace Program 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 Pace Program 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
#3506 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
38%
Black
42%
21%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pace Girls
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pace Program's ranking?
Pace Program is ranked #3506 out of 3,662 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pace Program?
The graduation rate of Pace Program is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pace Program?
57 students attend Pace Program.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pace Program students are Black, 42% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pace Program?
Pace Program has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pace Program offer ?
Pace Program offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pace Program part of?
Pace Program is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Pace Program located?
Pace Program is located in the Northeast Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast Pensacola.
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