Very Good
#831 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 22% in state
A. K. Suter Elementary School
Elementary School · ESCAMBIA
501 PICKENS AVE, Pensacola, FL 32503
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#831 of 3,778
In Pensacola
#3 of 53
public schools
In district
#5 of 62
ESCAMBIA
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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A. K. Suter Elementary School
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About A. K. Suter Elementary School
A. K. Suter Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pensacola, FL, part of ESCAMBIA.
A. K. Suter Elementary School serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
A. K. Suter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #831 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for A. K. Suter Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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A. K. Suter Elementary School — Students at A. K. Suter Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How A. K. Suter Elementary School Compares
See how A. K. Suter Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
501 PICKENS AVE, Pensacola, FL 32503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. K. Suter Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. N. B. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PENSACOLA (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CORDOVA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pensacola, see our Pensacola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 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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| CAMELOT ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. K. Suter Elementary School
What grades does A. K. Suter Elementary School serve?
A. K. Suter Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend A. K. Suter Elementary School?
A. K. Suter Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. K. Suter Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at A. K. Suter Elementary School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. K. Suter Elementary School rank in FL?
A. K. Suter Elementary School ranks #831 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is A. K. Suter Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
A. K. Suter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. K. Suter Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. K. Suter Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is A. K. Suter Elementary School a charter school?
No, A. K. Suter Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. K. Suter Elementary School a Title I school?
No, A. K. Suter Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. K. Suter Elementary School?
49.1% of students at A. K. Suter 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
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Escambia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (850) 595-6810
Resources & Links
District
ESCAMBIA- District Enrollment
- 37,203
- Schools in District
- 70
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,299
- District Rank
- #5 of 62
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