Summary:
In zip code 32514, there is one middle school, Ferry Pass Middle School, serving grades 6 through 8 in Pensacola, Florida, as part of the Escambia school district.
Ferry Pass Middle School presents a striking paradox in its academic performance. The school excels in advanced coursework, achieving 100% proficiency in Geometry and 97% in Algebra 1 for the 2025-2026 school year—far exceeding both district and state averages. However, it struggles significantly with foundational skills, particularly in 7th Grade Math, where only 38% of students were proficient in 2025-2026, well below the state average of 50%. Core subject proficiency in ELA ranges from 43% to 53% across grades, all below state averages, while 8th Grade Science (48%) and Civics (71%) also trail state benchmarks. The school has a 2-star rating, ranking in the 31st to 35th percentile statewide over the last three years.
A major concern is the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 36.7%, which is higher than both the district (33.5%) and state (31.4%) averages and likely contributes to below-average core performance. Despite spending $9,276 per student—a relatively high figure—the school's broad academic results remain weak, suggesting potential inefficiencies in resource allocation. With 58% of students economically disadvantaged and a student-teacher ratio of 18.6:1, the school appears to focus resources on advanced tracks, creating a "two-tiered" system that leaves many students behind. The 7th Grade Math "dip" and persistent absenteeism are critical areas needing immediate attention for improvement.
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