Summary:
Zip code 32504 in Pensacola, Florida, is served by two elementary schools, Scenic Heights Elementary School and Reinhardt Holm Elementary School, both part of the Escambia County School District, which holds a 1-star rating statewide.
These two schools present a stark contrast in performance and challenges. Scenic Heights Elementary School is the standout performer, earning a 3-star rating and ranking in the 60th percentile statewide. It consistently exceeds district and state averages in core subjects, with particularly strong math scores—72% of its 4th graders are proficient. The school serves a student body where 42% qualify for free or reduced lunch, and it has a chronic absenteeism rate of 22.7%. In contrast, Reinhardt Holm Elementary School faces significant headwinds, holding a 1-star rating and ranking in the 28th percentile. Its academic performance, especially in English Language Arts, lags well behind district and state averages. The school serves a higher-needs population, with 74% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch and a chronic absenteeism rate of 40.2%—nearly double that of its neighbor.
A key takeaway is that higher spending does not guarantee better results. Reinhardt Holm spends $12,613 per student, over $2,600 more than Scenic Heights, yet its outcomes are lower, likely due to the deeper challenges of poverty and absenteeism. However, math appears to be a relative strength for both schools, with Reinhardt Holm’s 3rd and 4th-grade math scores (62% and 60%) much closer to state averages than its reading scores. For parents, Scenic Heights offers a clear academic advantage, while Reinhardt Holm may require additional support at home to overcome its systemic hurdles.
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