Below Average
#2886 of 3,674 schools in FL
West Florida High School/technical
High School · ESCAMBIA
150 E BURGESS RD, Pensacola, FL 32503
About West Florida High School/technical
West Florida High School/technical is a public high school in Pensacola, FL, part of the ESCAMBIA. The school serves approximately 1,345 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 23.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 4.1/10, placing it in the 21.5th percentile among FL schools — an average rating overall.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $67,654, where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a small city setting.
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West Florida High School/technical — Students at West Florida High School/technical score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How West Florida High School/technical Compares
See how West Florida High School/technical performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
150 E BURGESS RD, Pensacola, FL 32503
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,654
Median Home Value
$270,500
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
32,975
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
17.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Florida High School/technical
What grades does West Florida High School/technical serve?
West Florida High School/technical serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend West Florida High School/technical?
West Florida High School/technical has an enrollment of approximately 1,345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Florida High School/technical?
The student-teacher ratio at West Florida High School/technical is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Florida High School/technical rank in FL?
West Florida High School/technical is ranked #2886 out of 3,674 schools in FL.
What is West Florida High School/technical's MySchoolScout rating?
West Florida High School/technical has a composite rating of 4.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is West Florida High School/technical a charter school?
No, West Florida High School/technical is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Florida High School/technical a Title I school?
No, West Florida High School/technical is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Florida High School/technical?
39.3% of students at West Florida High School/technical 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Escambia County
- Phone
- (850) 876-7300
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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