Very Good
#904 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 24% in state
Jim Allen Elementary School
Elementary School · ESCAMBIA
1051 N HIGHWAY 95A, Cantonment, FL 32533
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#904 of 3,778
In Cantonment
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#7 of 62
ESCAMBIA
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Jim Allen Elementary School
Jim Allen Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cantonment, FL, part of ESCAMBIA. Jim Allen Elementary School serves approximately 634 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jim Allen Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #904 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Jim Allen Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Jim Allen 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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Jim Allen Elementary School — Students at Jim Allen Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.2%
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: 7.2/10.
How Jim Allen Elementary School Compares
See how Jim Allen 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
1051 N HIGHWAY 95A, Cantonment, FL 32533
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jim Allen Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOLINO PARK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Molino), which scores slightly higher. Another option is KINGSFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PINE MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Pensacola), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cantonment, see our Cantonment schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32533 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,459
Median Home Value
$262,500
Median Rent
$1,021/mo
Population
31,633
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
84.6%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
40
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| AZALEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 7.7 |
| BISCAYNE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami Beach, FL | 7.7 |
| BLUE ANGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 7.7 |
| BOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 7.7 |
| COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.7 |
| CORDOVA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jim Allen Elementary School
What grades does Jim Allen Elementary School serve?
Jim Allen Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jim Allen Elementary School?
Jim Allen Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 634 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jim Allen Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jim Allen Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jim Allen Elementary School rank in FL?
Jim Allen Elementary School ranks #904 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Jim Allen Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jim Allen Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Jim Allen Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jim Allen Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jim Allen Elementary School a charter school?
No, Jim Allen Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jim Allen Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Jim Allen Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jim Allen Elementary School?
61.2% of students at Jim Allen 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
- 634
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Escambia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (850) 937-2260
Resources & Links
District
ESCAMBIA- District Enrollment
- 37,203
- Schools in District
- 70
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,299
- District Rank
- #7 of 62
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