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#994 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Dixon School of Arts and Sciences

School

1201 N H ST, Pensacola, FL 32501

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Enrollment

266

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#994 of 1,462

In Pensacola

#18 of 24

public schools

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About Dixon School of Arts and Sciences

Dixon School of Arts and Sciences is a private school in Pensacola, FL. Dixon School of Arts and Sciences serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dixon School of Arts and Sciences has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #994 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.5 pts below FL schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
FL avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Dixon School of Arts and Sciences is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Dixon School of Arts and Sciences compares to 57 public schools serving similar grades in Pensacola, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.7:1

This School

19.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

266

This School

529

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

5.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 80.1% vs 0%

White 10.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.4% vs 0%

Asian 1.1% vs 0%

Dixon School of Arts and Sciences Pensacola Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Dixon School of Arts and Sciences (this school)	—	266	13.7:1	5.8
GLOBAL LEARNING ACADEMY	0.9 mi	487	15.7:1	4.8
PENSACOLA HIGH SCHOOL	0.9 mi	1,205	25.1:1	5.5
ESCAMBIA JUVENILE DETENTION	1.2 mi	54	—:1	3.3
C. A. WEIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.3 mi	503	15.2:1	7.0
COASTAL CONNECTIONS ACADEMY	1.3 mi	260	52:1	5.4
OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.6 mi	483	15.6:1	3.3
ESCAMBIA VIRTUAL ACADEMY FRANCHISE	1.7 mi	153	13.9:1	9.1
COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE ANNEX	1.7 mi	73	—:1	3.8
ESCAMBIA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM	1.7 mi	35	—:1	2.8
HOSPITAL & HOMEBOUND	1.7 mi	25	—:1	—
ESCAMBIA SCH. DIST. JAIL PROG.	1.7 mi	9	—:1	—
N. B. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	532	17.2:1	8.7
O. J. SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.4 mi	288	12.5:1	6.1
MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	328	19.3:1	6.6
BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	402	18.3:1	4.7
WARRINGTON PREPARATORY ACADEMY	2.7 mi	582	17.6:1	4.8
WEST PENSACOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.9 mi	449	16:1	6.9
A. K. SUTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.0 mi	538	19.2:1	7.8
SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	495	16.5:1	4.0
WARRINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	267	14.1:1	4.7

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.7:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.3 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 34%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 266

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 80.1%

White 10.9%

Two or More 4.5%

Hispanic 3.4%

Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1201 N H ST, Pensacola, FL 32501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dixon School of Arts and Sciences may also want to explore other schools in the area. ESCAMBIA VIRTUAL ACADEMY FRANCHISE (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAST HILL ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ESCAMBIA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM (rated 2.8/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pensacola, see our Pensacola schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
BB C CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pensacola	0.5 mi	69	4.6
PENSACOLA HIGH SCHOOL Pensacola	0.9 mi	1,205	5.5
GLOBAL LEARNING ACADEMY Pensacola	0.9 mi	487	4.8
EAST HILL ACADEMY Pensacola	1.1 mi	132	6.8
ESCAMBIA JUVENILE DETENTION Pensacola	1.2 mi	54	3.3
C. A. WEIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola	1.3 mi	503	7.0
EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF CHRIST CHURCH PARISH Pensacola	1.2 mi	332	7.6
MOTHER CLELIA MORNING STAR HIGH SCHOOL Pensacola	1.2 mi	20	—
COASTAL CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Pensacola	1.3 mi	260	5.4
PENSACOLA PRIVATE SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS Pensacola	1.3 mi	44	5.4
PENSACOLA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Pensacola	1.4 mi	654	5.9
HOSPITAL & HOMEBOUND Pensacola	1.7 mi	25	—
COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE ANNEX Pensacola	1.7 mi	73	3.8
ESCAMBIA SCH. DIST. JAIL PROG. Pensacola	1.7 mi	9	—
ESCAMBIA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Pensacola	1.7 mi	35	2.8
ESCAMBIA VIRTUAL ACADEMY FRANCHISE Pensacola	1.7 mi	153	9.1
TAP PK BABIES Pensacola	1.7 mi	7	—
OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola	1.6 mi	483	3.3
SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Pensacola	1.8 mi	340	7.2
N. B. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola	1.9 mi	532	8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,127

Median Home Value

$277,500

Median Rent

$964/mo

Population

10,721

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

27.5%

Median Age

38.7

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OLD PLANK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL	341	5.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dixon School of Arts and Sciences

What grades does Dixon School of Arts and Sciences serve?

Dixon School of Arts and Sciences serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.

How many students attend Dixon School of Arts and Sciences?

Dixon School of Arts and Sciences has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dixon School of Arts and Sciences?

The student-teacher ratio at Dixon School of Arts and Sciences is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Dixon School of Arts and Sciences rank in FL?

Dixon School of Arts and Sciences ranks #994 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Dixon School of Arts and Sciences's MySchoolScout rating?

Dixon School of Arts and Sciences has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Dixon School of Arts and Sciences a private school?

Yes, Dixon School of Arts and Sciences is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Dixon School of Arts and Sciences a religious school?

No, Dixon School of Arts and Sciences is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 30 Some Transit
Bike Score: 52 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment: 266
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 19
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Escambia County
Phone: (850) 435-0511

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