Serving 1,604 students in grades 9-12, Pine Forest High 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pine Forest High School serves the southern part of its school district in Pensacola, FL, covering an area of approximately 65.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 5.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 9.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Forest High School's student population of 1,604 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,604 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Forest High 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 Pine Forest High School is 0.66, 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
#3309 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
51%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
81%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Forest High School's ranking?
Pine Forest High School is ranked #3309 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pine Forest High School often compared to?
Pine Forest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pensacola High School, West Florida High School/technical, Escambia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pine Forest High School?
The graduation rate of Pine Forest High School is 81%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pine Forest High School?
1,604 students attend Pine Forest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pine Forest High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Forest High School?
Pine Forest High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pine Forest High School offer ?
Pine Forest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Forest High School part of?
Pine Forest High School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Pine Forest High School located?
Pine Forest High School is located in the Northwest Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Pensacola.
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