Pensacola High School is a secondary school located near downtown Pensacola, Florida, United States. The school celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2001 and graduated its 100th class of seniors in 2005; however, the school has not always been at its current location. It was moved to Maxwell Street in 1952.
Serving 1,205 students in grades 9-12, Pensacola 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 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pensacola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pensacola High School's student population of 1,205 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Pensacola 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 Pensacola High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2454 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
45%
21%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pensacola High School's ranking?
Pensacola High School is ranked #2454 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pensacola High School often compared to?
Pensacola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Escambia High School, Pine Forest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pensacola High School?
The graduation rate of Pensacola High School is 79%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pensacola High School?
1,205 students attend Pensacola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Pensacola High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pensacola High School?
Pensacola High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pensacola High School offer ?
Pensacola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pensacola High School part of?
Pensacola High School is part of Escambia School District.
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