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#2553 of 3,778 schools in FL
Coastal Connections Academy
Elementary School · SANTA ROSA
186 N PALAFOX STREET PENSACOLA, Pensacola, FL 32502
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
52:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
52:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,553 of 3,778
In Pensacola
#29 of 53
public schools
In district
#28 of 36
SANTA ROSA
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Coastal Connections Academy
Coastal Connections Academy is a public elementary school in Pensacola, FL, part of SANTA ROSA. Coastal Connections Academy serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 52:1 student-teacher ratio. Coastal Connections Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,553 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Coastal Connections Academy show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Coastal Connections Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Coastal Connections Academy runs 52:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Coastal Connections Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Coastal Connections Academy — Students at Coastal Connections Academy score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Coastal Connections Academy Compares
See how Coastal Connections Academy 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
186 N PALAFOX STREET PENSACOLA, Pensacola, FL 32502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Coastal Connections Academy 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 notably higher. Another option is A. K. SUTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF CHRIST CHURCH PARISH (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pensacola, see our Pensacola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,548
Median Home Value
$229,000
Median Rent
$1,313/mo
Population
3,991
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
44.1
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| TAMPA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY MAGNET Tampa, FL | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Coastal Connections Academy
What grades does Coastal Connections Academy serve?
Coastal Connections Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Coastal Connections Academy?
Coastal Connections Academy has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Coastal Connections Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Coastal Connections Academy is 52:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Coastal Connections Academy rank in FL?
Coastal Connections Academy ranks #2,553 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Coastal Connections Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Coastal Connections Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Coastal Connections Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Coastal Connections Academy has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Coastal Connections Academy a charter school?
Yes, Coastal Connections Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Coastal Connections Academy a Title I school?
No, Coastal Connections Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Coastal Connections Academy?
7.7% of students at Coastal Connections Academy 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 260
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 52:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Escambia County
- Phone
- (850) 359-1545
Resources & Links
District
SANTA ROSA- District Enrollment
- 29,824
- Schools in District
- 42
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,066
- District Rank
- #28 of 36
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