Beulah Middle School

Beulah Middle School is a public middle school located in Pensacola, Florida, serving grades 6-8 with a total enrollment of 1,004 students. The school is part of the Escambia District, which is ranked 52 out of 67 districts in Florida and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. Despite its district's lower ranking, Beulah Middle School consistently outperforms the Escambia District and the state of Florida in various standardized test scores, particularly in End-of-Course (EOC) exams.

Beulah Middle School's strong performance in EOC exams, especially in STEM-related subjects, suggests that the school may be effectively preparing students for more advanced coursework and college readiness. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, Beulah Middle School had 88% proficiency in Algebra 1, compared to 50% for the Escambia District and 60% for the state. Similarly, the school had 92% proficiency in Geometry, 75% in Biology 1, and 78% in Civics, all significantly higher than the district and state averages. However, the school faces challenges with a relatively high chronic absenteeism rate and a higher proportion of students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, as indicated by the free and reduced-price lunch rates.

When comparing Beulah Middle School to nearby schools within the Escambia District, it generally outperforms them in terms of test scores, particularly in EOC exams. For instance, Beulah Middle School's Algebra 1 proficiency rate is significantly higher than the other nearby schools, such as Jim C. Bailey Middle School (84%) and Warrington Preparatory Academy (75%). However, the school's performance pales in comparison to the Santa Rosa District, where schools like Avalon Middle School and Thomas L. Sims Middle School significantly outperform Beulah Middle School in both test scores and overall school rankings.