Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Global Learning Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Global Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Global Learning Academy's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Global Learning Academy 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 Global Learning Academy is 0.47, 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
#3531 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
38%
Black
71%
21%
White
11%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
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 Global Learning Academy's ranking?
Global Learning Academy is ranked #3531 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Global Learning Academy?
489 students attend Global Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Global Learning Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Global Learning Academy?
Global Learning Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Global Learning Academy offer ?
Global Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Global Learning Academy part of?
Global Learning Academy is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Global Learning Academy located?
Global Learning Academy is located in the South Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in South Pensacola.
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