Serving 804 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scenic Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scenic Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Scenic Heights Elementary School's student population of 804 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Scenic Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scenic Heights Elementary 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
#984 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
47%
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
47%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scenic Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Scenic Heights Elementary School is ranked #984 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Scenic Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Scenic Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cordova Park Elementary School, Reinhardt Holm Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Scenic Heights Elementary School?
804 students attend Scenic Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Scenic Heights Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scenic Heights Elementary School?
Scenic Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Scenic Heights Elementary School offer ?
Scenic Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scenic Heights Elementary School part of?
Scenic Heights Elementary School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Scenic Heights Elementary School located?
Scenic Heights Elementary 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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