Pine Meadow Elementary School

Pine Meadow Elementary School is a PK-5 public school in Pensacola, FL, serving 743 students within the Escambia County School District, and it stands out as a high-performing academic leader in the area.

Pine Meadow consistently earns a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, ranking in the top 20-25% of all Florida elementary schools. Its academic proficiency scores are significantly higher than the district and state averages, especially in math and science. For example, 5th-grade science proficiency is 82%, compared to the district's 59%, and 5th-grade math proficiency is 86%, far exceeding the district's 58%. This strong performance is a clear differentiator from nearby schools. For instance, Ferry Pass Elementary School and Bellview Elementary School have much lower proficiency rates and higher poverty levels. Even schools within a mile, like L. D. McArthur Elementary School (a 2-star school) and R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School (a 3-star school), cannot match Pine Meadow's results, highlighting the impact of strong school-level leadership and instruction.

Pine Meadow also excels in efficiency, achieving top-tier results while spending less per student ($10,064) than the district average and many lower-performing neighbors like Lincoln Park Elementary School ($14,647). Chronic absenteeism is notably lower at 21.5%, compared to the district's 33.5% and rates exceeding 40% at schools like Bellview and Lincoln Park. The school has shown a consistent upward trajectory over the past decade, climbing from the 69th to the 83rd percentile statewide. With a relatively lower percentage of students eligible for free/reduced lunch (42.4%) compared to nearby schools, Pine Meadow serves a more diverse demographic while maintaining a strong, improving school culture that makes it a standout choice for families in the area.