Serving 959 students in grades 6-8, Ferry Pass Middle 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 959 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Ferry Pass Middle School's student population of 959 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
959 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Ferry Pass Middle 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 Ferry Pass Middle School is 0.69, 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
#2586 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
40%
21%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Ferry Pass Middle School's ranking?
Ferry Pass Middle School is ranked #2586 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ferry Pass Middle School often compared to?
Ferry Pass Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J. H. Workman Middle School, Brown Barge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ferry Pass Middle School?
959 students attend Ferry Pass Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Ferry Pass Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferry Pass Middle School?
Ferry Pass Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ferry Pass Middle School offer ?
Ferry Pass Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ferry Pass Middle School part of?
Ferry Pass Middle School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Ferry Pass Middle School located?
Ferry Pass Middle 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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