Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Pensacola 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 71% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Pensacola Elementary School serves the southern part of Pensacola, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.5 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 1.1 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point in the zone is about 2.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Pensacola Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Pensacola 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 West Pensacola Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3071 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
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)44.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 West Pensacola Elementary School's ranking?
West Pensacola Elementary School is ranked #3071 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West Pensacola Elementary School often compared to?
West Pensacola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Myrtle Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend West Pensacola Elementary School?
485 students attend West Pensacola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Pensacola Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Pensacola Elementary School?
West Pensacola Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Pensacola Elementary School offer ?
West Pensacola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Pensacola Elementary School part of?
West Pensacola Elementary School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is West Pensacola Elementary School located?
West Pensacola Elementary School is located in the Pen Haven neighborhood of Pensacola, FL.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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