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#941 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Pensacola JR Academy

Elementary School

8751 UNIVERSITY PKWY, Pensacola, FL 32514

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#941 of 1,462

In Pensacola

#16 of 24

public schools

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About Pensacola JR Academy

Pensacola JR Academy is a private elementary school in Pensacola, FL. Pensacola JR Academy serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pensacola JR Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #941 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares0.7 pts below FL schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 40 students, Pensacola JR Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Pensacola JR Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Pensacola JR Academy compares to 52 public schools serving similar grades in Pensacola, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio

13.3:1

This School

18.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

431

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 55% vs 0%

Black 22.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 15% vs 0%

Pensacola JR Academy Pensacola Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Pensacola JR Academy (this school)	—	40	13.3:1	5.9
FERRY PASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	578	17:1	6.1
FERRY PASS MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.6 mi	959	20.8:1	5.0
ENSLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	463	17.8:1	3.0
ESCAMBIA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY	2.1 mi	216	43.2:1	2.5
J. H. WORKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.6 mi	666	23:1	3.7
REINHARDT HOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.7 mi	443	13.8:1	7.6
JACKIE HARRIS PREPARATORY ACADEMY	2.9 mi	188	14.5:1	2.9
BROWN BARGE MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.9 mi	549	25:1	7.2
PACE PROGRAM	3.1 mi	51	8.5:1	6.5
L. D. MCARTHUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.3 mi	549	22.9:1	6.2
ESCAMBIA WESTGATE CENTER	3.4 mi	133	5.1:1	5.4
LINCOLN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.4 mi	218	19.8:1	5.9
SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.5 mi	804	22.3:1	6.4
R. C. LIPSCOMB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	3.6 mi	744	22.5:1	7.2
PINE MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.0 mi	761	18.6:1	7.5
BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.3 mi	402	18.3:1	4.7
CORDOVA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.5 mi	598	22.1:1	7.7
SUCCESS ACADEMY	4.7 mi	260	12.4:1	5.7
O. J. SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.1 mi	288	12.5:1	6.1
LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	5.2 mi	509	12.7:1	6.7

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention

B- 4.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.3:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 62%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 2.8 / 10

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Enrollment 40

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 55.0%

Black 22.5%

Hispanic 15.0%

Two or More 7.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8751 UNIVERSITY PKWY, Pensacola, FL 32514

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pensacola JR Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. REINHARDT HOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, L. D. MCARTHUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pensacola, see our Pensacola schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
FERRY PASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola	0.7 mi	578	6.1
BLESSED STAR MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pensacola	0.8 mi	22	—
TRINITAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pensacola	1.5 mi	113	7.7
FERRY PASS MIDDLE SCHOOL Pensacola	1.6 mi	959	5.0
ENSLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola	1.7 mi	463	3.0
ESCAMBIA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY Pensacola	2.1 mi	216	2.5
HILLCREST ACADEMY FREE SCHOOL Pensacola	2.0 mi	1,834	5.2
WEST FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL/TECHNICAL Pensacola	2.3 mi	1,345	6.8
J. H. WORKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Pensacola	2.6 mi	666	3.7
WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pensacola	2.7 mi	1,691	3.9
REINHARDT HOLM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola	2.7 mi	443	7.6
BROWN BARGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Pensacola	2.9 mi	549	7.2
PERSONALIZED LEARNING KINGDOM ACADEMY Pensacola	2.6 mi	12	—
PACE PROGRAM Pensacola	3.1 mi	51	6.5
JACKIE HARRIS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Pensacola	2.9 mi	188	2.9
L. D. MCARTHUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola	3.3 mi	549	6.2
ESCAMBIA WESTGATE CENTER Pensacola	3.4 mi	133	5.4
PHOENIX LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Pensacola	3.3 mi	20	—
SCENIC HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola	3.5 mi	804	6.4
LINCOLN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola	3.4 mi	218	5.9

Neighborhood 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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GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL	45	5.9
MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER Fort Walton Beach, FL	41	5.9
BIG STAR PRIVATE SCHOOL Hialeah, FL	34	6.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pensacola JR Academy

What grades does Pensacola JR Academy serve?

Pensacola JR Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Pensacola JR Academy?

Pensacola JR Academy has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pensacola JR Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Pensacola JR Academy is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Pensacola JR Academy rank in FL?

Pensacola JR Academy ranks #941 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Pensacola JR Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Pensacola JR Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Pensacola JR Academy a private school?

Yes, Pensacola JR Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Pensacola JR Academy a religious school?

Pensacola JR Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 45 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 40
Gender Split: 55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Escambia County
Phone: (850) 478-8838

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