Serving 1,654 students in grades 9-12, Escambia 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 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 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 Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Escambia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Escambia High School's student population of 1,654 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
School Motto
We don't hide our Gator pride!
Escambia 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 Escambia 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
#3359 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
39%
21%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Escambia High School's ranking?
Escambia High School is ranked #3359 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Escambia High School often compared to?
Escambia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pensacola High School, Washington Senior High School, Pine Forest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Escambia High School?
The graduation rate of Escambia High School is 84%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Escambia High School?
1,654 students attend Escambia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Escambia High School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Escambia High School?
Escambia High School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Escambia High School offer ?
Escambia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Escambia High School part of?
Escambia High School is part of Escambia School District.
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