Booker T. Washington High School is a secondary school currently located at 6000 College Parkway in Pensacola, Florida, and is part of the Escambia County School District. It was named after the African-American education pioneer Booker T. Washington.
Serving 1,691 students in grades 9-12, Washington Senior 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 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,691 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Senior High School's student population of 1,691 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,691 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Rankings
Washington Senior High 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 Washington Senior High School is 0.68, 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
#2872 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
40%
21%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Senior High School's ranking?
Washington Senior High School is ranked #2872 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Washington Senior High School often compared to?
Washington Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. M. Tate Senior High School, Escambia High School, Pensacola High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Washington Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Washington Senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Washington Senior High School?
1,691 students attend Washington Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Washington Senior High School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Senior High School?
Washington Senior High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Washington Senior High School offer ?
Washington Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Senior High School part of?
Washington Senior High School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Senior High School located?
Washington Senior High School is located in the Northeast Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Northeast Pensacola.
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