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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

529
Students
17.1:1
Student-Teacher
Pre-K – 5th
Grades Served
Top 28%
in FL

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68%
Reading/ELA Proficiency70%
Math vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.8 pts
Overall Proficiency69%
Expected (poverty-adj.)53%
vs. Expected+15.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.4Average29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1

Hellen Caro Elementary School — Students at Hellen Caro Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Hellen Caro Elementary School Compares

See how Hellen Caro Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
73th percentile in FL
Academic
8.6/10
8.6/10
Growth
5.6/10
Above average
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
5.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers

Location

12551 MEADSON RD, Pensacola, FL 32506

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.4 mi
School Distance Rating
JIM C. BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL PENSACOLA 0.2 mi 4.0
CARDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pensacola 1.1 mi 5.5
PLEASANT GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 2.7 mi 6.4
BLUE ANGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 4.1 mi 5.7
ACHIEVE ACADEMY AT MCMILLIAN PENSACOLA 4.1 mi 5.3
NAVY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 7.6 mi 4.2
ESCAMBIA BOYS' BASE PENSACOLA 8.0 mi 4.5
PRECIOUS LIL' ANGELS LEARNING CENTER INC Pensacola 8.2 mi 5.5
LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pensacola 8.3 mi 5.5
PENSACOLA STATE CHARTER ACADEMY PENSACOLA 8.1 mi 4.5
HOPE HORIZON AT JUDY ANDREWS CENTER PENSACOLA 8.1 mi 6.1
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pensacola 8.1 mi 5.5
MYRTLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 8.5 mi 5.7
ESCAMBIA HIGH SCHOOL PENSACOLA 8.6 mi 1.6
WARRINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 8.4 mi 6.9
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pensacola 8.5 mi 5.5
CHRISTIAN INSTITUTE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Pensacola 9.2 mi 5.5
WEST PENSACOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 9.1 mi 5.6
WARRINGTON PREPARATORY ACADEMY PENSACOLA 9.0 mi 5.0
SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 9.4 mi 6.3

Neighborhood 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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School Rating
APALACHICOLA BAY CHARTER SCHOOL APALACHICOLA, FL 6.6
ATLANTIC WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MARGATE, FL 6.6
BARDMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SEMINOLE, FL 6.6
BLANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ST PETERSBURG, FL 6.6
CARING & SHARING LEARNING SCHOOL GAINESVILLE, FL 6.6
CASTLE CREEK ELEMENTARY ORLANDO, FL 6.6

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.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2019-2023) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details