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#2000 of 3,778 schools in FL
Ferry Pass Elementary School
Elementary School · ESCAMBIA
8310 N DAVIS HWY, Pensacola, FL 32514
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,000 of 3,778
In Pensacola
#22 of 53
public schools
In district
#27 of 62
ESCAMBIA
Equity
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Ferry Pass Elementary School
Ferry Pass Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pensacola, FL, part of ESCAMBIA. Ferry Pass Elementary School serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Ferry Pass Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,000 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ferry Pass Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Ferry Pass 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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Ferry Pass Elementary School — Students at Ferry Pass Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.8%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 5.4/10.
How Ferry Pass Elementary School Compares
See how Ferry Pass 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
8310 N DAVIS HWY, Pensacola, FL 32514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ferry Pass Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORDOVA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is REINHARDT HOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pensacola, see our Pensacola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 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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| BEACHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach, FL | 6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ferry Pass Elementary School
What grades does Ferry Pass Elementary School serve?
Ferry Pass Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ferry Pass Elementary School?
Ferry Pass Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ferry Pass Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ferry Pass Elementary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ferry Pass Elementary School rank in FL?
Ferry Pass Elementary School ranks #2,000 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ferry Pass Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ferry Pass Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Ferry Pass Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ferry Pass Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ferry Pass Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ferry Pass Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ferry Pass Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ferry Pass Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ferry Pass Elementary School?
75.8% of students at Ferry Pass 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
- 578
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Escambia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (850) 494-5605
Resources & Links
District
ESCAMBIA- District Enrollment
- 37,203
- Schools in District
- 70
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,299
- District Rank
- #27 of 62
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