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Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts

High School

301 E GADSEN ST, Pensacola, FL 32501

Private

Enrollment

44

Student-Teacher

7.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#1,150 of 1,462

In Pensacola

#20 of 24

public schools

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Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts

5.4/10

High School in Pensacola · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts

Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts is a private high school in Pensacola, FL. Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,150 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it comparesOn par with FL schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • FL avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 44 students, Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts 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.

At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts compares to 27 public schools serving similar grades in Pensacola, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
This School
vs
20.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
44
This School
vs
557
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
4.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.1% vs 0%
Black 9.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.5% vs 0%
Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts Pensacola Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts (this school) 5.4
PENSACOLA HIGH SCHOOL 5.5
ESCAMBIA VIRTUAL ACADEMY FRANCHISE 9.1
COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE ANNEX 3.8
ESCAMBIA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM 2.8
HOSPITAL & HOMEBOUND
ESCAMBIA SCH. DIST. JAIL PROG.
ESCAMBIA JUVENILE DETENTION 3.3
WARRINGTON PREPARATORY ACADEMY 4.8
WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 3.9
PACE PROGRAM 6.5
HOPE HORIZON AT JUDY ANDREWS CENTER 4.4
J. H. WORKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL 3.7
PENSACOLA STATE CHARTER ACADEMY
BROWN BARGE MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.2
ESCAMBIA BOYS' BASE
ESCAMBIA COUNTY ACCELERATION ACADEMY 2.5
ESCAMBIA HIGH SCHOOL 3.3
WEST FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL/TECHNICAL 6.8
BELLVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL 3.2
FERRY PASS MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.0

Showing 20 of 27 schools. View all schools in Pensacola

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 4.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 864
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 28%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Enrollment 44
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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 84.1%
Black 9.1%
Hispanic 4.5%
Two or More 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

301 E GADSEN ST, Pensacola, FL 32501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PENSACOLA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PENSACOLA PRIVATE SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS (rated 4.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE ANNEX (rated 3.8/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pensacola, see our Pensacola schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL OF CHRIST CHURCH PARISH Pensacola 0.4 mi 7.6
COASTAL CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Pensacola 0.4 mi 5.4
PENSACOLA PRIVATE SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS Pensacola 0.7 mi 4.6
N. B. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola 0.8 mi 8.7
EAST HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pensacola 0.8 mi 6.8
SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Pensacola 0.9 mi 7.2
EAST HILL ACADEMY Pensacola 1.0 mi 6.8
PENSACOLA HIGH SCHOOL Pensacola 1.2 mi 5.5
DIXON SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Pensacola 1.3 mi 5.8
BB C CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pensacola 1.6 mi 4.6
HOSPITAL & HOMEBOUND Pensacola 1.9 mi
COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE ANNEX Pensacola 1.9 mi 3.8
ESCAMBIA SCH. DIST. JAIL PROG. Pensacola 1.9 mi
ESCAMBIA VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM Pensacola 1.9 mi 2.8
ESCAMBIA VIRTUAL ACADEMY FRANCHISE Pensacola 1.9 mi 9.1
TAP PK BABIES Pensacola 1.9 mi
O. J. SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola 2.1 mi 6.1
A. K. SUTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola 1.8 mi 7.8
GLOBAL LEARNING ACADEMY Pensacola 1.9 mi 4.8
ESCAMBIA JUVENILE DETENTION Pensacola 2.1 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,127

Median Home Value

$277,500

Median Rent

$964/mo

Population

10,721

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

27.5%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts

What grades does Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts serve?

Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts?

Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts rank in FL?

Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts ranks #1,150 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts a private school?

Yes, Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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 Private School of Liberal Arts a religious school?

No, Pensacola Private School of Liberal Arts is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
44
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
4.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Escambia County

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