Needs Improvement
#3712 of 3,778 schools in FL
Ensley Elementary School
Elementary School · ESCAMBIA
501 E JOHNSON AVE, Pensacola, FL 32514
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,712 of 3,778
In Pensacola
#50 of 53
public schools
In district
#59 of 62
ESCAMBIA
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About Ensley Elementary School
Ensley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pensacola, FL, part of ESCAMBIA. Ensley Elementary School serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ensley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,712 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ensley Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Ensley Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ensley Elementary School — Students at Ensley Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.8%
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: 2.2/10.
How Ensley Elementary School Compares
See how Ensley 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 E JOHNSON AVE, Pensacola, FL 32514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ensley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINE MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is R. C. LIPSCOMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, L. D. MCARTHUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pensacola, see our Pensacola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,484
Median Home Value
$241,300
Median Rent
$1,358/mo
Population
43,072
College Educated
32.6%
Homeownership
51.6%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
34.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ensley Elementary School
What grades does Ensley Elementary School serve?
Ensley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ensley Elementary School?
Ensley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ensley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ensley Elementary School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ensley Elementary School rank in FL?
Ensley Elementary School ranks #3,712 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ensley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ensley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Ensley Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ensley Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ensley Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ensley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ensley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ensley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ensley Elementary School?
67.8% of students at Ensley 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
- 463
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Escambia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (850) 494-5600
Resources & Links
District
ESCAMBIA- District Enrollment
- 37,203
- Schools in District
- 70
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,299
- District Rank
- #59 of 62
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