Needs Improvement
#3649 of 3,778 schools in FL
Oakcrest Elementary School
Elementary School · ESCAMBIA
1820 HOLLYWOOD AVE, Pensacola, FL 32505
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,649 of 3,778
In Pensacola
#46 of 53
public schools
In district
#55 of 62
ESCAMBIA
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Oakcrest Elementary School
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About Oakcrest Elementary School
Oakcrest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pensacola, FL, part of ESCAMBIA. Oakcrest Elementary School serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakcrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,649 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Oakcrest Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Oakcrest 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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Oakcrest Elementary School — Students at Oakcrest Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
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
↓ 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: 2.6/10.
How Oakcrest Elementary School Compares
See how Oakcrest 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
1820 HOLLYWOOD AVE, Pensacola, FL 32505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakcrest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C. A. WEIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST PENSACOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pensacola, see our Pensacola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,039
Median Home Value
$120,300
Median Rent
$1,053/mo
Population
27,543
College Educated
13.8%
Homeownership
48.3%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
35.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakcrest Elementary School
What grades does Oakcrest Elementary School serve?
Oakcrest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Oakcrest Elementary School?
Oakcrest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakcrest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakcrest Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oakcrest Elementary School rank in FL?
Oakcrest Elementary School ranks #3,649 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Oakcrest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakcrest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Oakcrest Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakcrest Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oakcrest Elementary School a charter school?
No, Oakcrest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakcrest Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Oakcrest Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakcrest Elementary School?
64.2% of students at Oakcrest 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
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Escambia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.6%
- Phone
- (850) 595-6980
Resources & Links
District
ESCAMBIA- District Enrollment
- 37,203
- Schools in District
- 70
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,299
- District Rank
- #55 of 62
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