Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ferry Pass Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ferry Pass Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ferry Pass Elementary School's student population of 579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Home of the Leopards
School Rankings
Ferry Pass Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ferry Pass Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2318 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
47%
21%
White
30%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Escambia School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ferry Pass Elementary School's ranking?
Ferry Pass Elementary School is ranked #2318 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ferry Pass Elementary School often compared to?
Ferry Pass Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ensley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ferry Pass Elementary School?
579 students attend Ferry Pass Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Ferry Pass Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ferry Pass Elementary School?
Ferry Pass Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ferry Pass Elementary School offer ?
Ferry Pass Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ferry Pass Elementary School part of?
Ferry Pass Elementary School is part of Escambia School District.
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