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#1916 of 3,778 schools in FL
L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School
Elementary School · ESCAMBIA
330 E TEN MILE RD, Pensacola, FL 32534
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,916 of 3,778
In Pensacola
#21 of 53
public schools
In district
#26 of 62
ESCAMBIA
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School
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About L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School
L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pensacola, FL, part of ESCAMBIA.
L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School serves approximately 549 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,916 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School runs 22.9:1 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.
39% of students at L. D. Mcarthur 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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L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School — Students at L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.8%
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: 5.9/10.
How L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School Compares
See how L. D. Mcarthur 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
330 E TEN MILE RD, Pensacola, FL 32534
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINE MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is R. C. LIPSCOMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pensacola, see our Pensacola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,013
Median Home Value
$192,500
Median Rent
$1,350/mo
Population
15,879
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
57.4%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
14.6%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School
What grades does L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School serve?
L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School?
L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 549 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School rank in FL?
L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School ranks #1,916 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School a charter school?
No, L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School a Title I school?
No, L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School?
63.8% of students at L. D. Mcarthur 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
- 549
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Escambia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (850) 494-5625
Resources & Links
District
ESCAMBIA- District Enrollment
- 37,203
- Schools in District
- 70
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,299
- District Rank
- #26 of 62
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