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#1010 of 3,674 schools in FL
Top 28% in state
Hellen Caro Elementary School
Elementary School · ESCAMBIA
12551 MEADSON RD, Pensacola, FL 32506
About Hellen Caro Elementary School
Hellen Caro Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pensacola, FL, part of the ESCAMBIA. The school serves approximately 529 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 17.1:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.6/10, placing it in the 72.5th percentile among FL schools — an average rating overall.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $59,978, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Hellen Caro Elementary School — Students at Hellen Caro Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
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42%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Hellen Caro Elementary School Compares
See how Hellen Caro Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12551 MEADSON RD, Pensacola, FL 32506
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,978
Median Home Value
$200,500
Median Rent
$1,280/mo
Population
35,202
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
59.8%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
38.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hellen Caro Elementary School
What grades does Hellen Caro Elementary School serve?
Hellen Caro Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hellen Caro Elementary School?
Hellen Caro Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hellen Caro Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hellen Caro Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hellen Caro Elementary School rank in FL?
Hellen Caro Elementary School is ranked #1010 out of 3,674 schools in FL.
What is Hellen Caro Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hellen Caro Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Hellen Caro Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hellen Caro Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hellen Caro Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hellen Caro Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hellen Caro Elementary School?
42.0% of students at Hellen Caro Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 529
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Escambia County
- Phone
- (850) 492-0531
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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