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Below Average

#2886 of 3,674 schools in FL

West Florida High School/technical

High School · ESCAMBIA

150 E BURGESS RD, Pensacola, FL 32503

1,345
Students
23.2:1
Student-Teacher
9th – 12th
Grades Served
#2886 of 3,674 in FL

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.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student Progress3.2Fair36%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.26 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Above Average36%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49%
Reading/ELA Proficiency68%
Reading vs. State Avg+15.4 pts
Overall Proficiency59%
Expected (poverty-adj.)55%
vs. Expected+3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment1.9Significantly Below Average29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.2:1

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%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.3%

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 West Florida High School/technical Compares

See how West Florida High School/technical performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
22th percentile in FL
Academic
6.8/10
6.8/10
Growth
3.2/10
Below average
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
1.9/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers

Location

150 E BURGESS RD, Pensacola, FL 32503

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
BROWN BARGE MIDDLE SCHOOL PENSACOLA 1.1 mi 5.2
ENSLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 1.3 mi 2.9
ESCAMBIA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY PENSACOLA 1.5 mi 1.5
MARCUS POINTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pensacola 1.7 mi 5.5
JUBILEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pensacola 1.7 mi 5.5
JACKIE HARRIS PREPARATORY ACADEMY PENSACOLA 1.8 mi 5.7
PERSONALIZED LEARNING KINGDOM ACADEMY Pensacola 1.9 mi 5.5
LINCOLN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 1.8 mi 3.7
FERRY PASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 2.2 mi 5.8
BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 2.5 mi 4.5
PENSACOLA JR ACADEMY Pensacola 2.3 mi 5.5
WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL PENSACOLA 2.4 mi 2.4
REINHARDT HOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 2.6 mi 7.7
J. H. WORKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL PENSACOLA 2.6 mi 4.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY PENSACOLA 2.6 mi 6.2
MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PENSACOLA 3.1 mi 5.2
HILLCREST ACADEMY FREE SCHOOL Pensacola 2.8 mi 5.5
PINE FOREST HIGH SCHOOL PENSACOLA 2.9 mi 2.3
PHOENIX LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Pensacola 3.2 mi 5.5
BLESSED STAR MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pensacola 3.1 mi 5.5

Neighborhood 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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School Rating
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MILLENNIUM 6-12 COLLEGIATE ACADEMY TAMARAC, FL 4.1
DOUGLAS ANDERSON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS JACKSONVILLE, FL 4.0
DUNBAR HIGH SCHOOL FORT MYERS, FL 4.0
NEW BEGINNINGS HIGH SCHOOL WINTER HAVEN, FL 4.0
POMPANO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL POMPANO BEACH, FL 4.0

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.

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
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