Pace High School

Pace High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4065 Norris Rd,  Pace, FL
Santa Rosa County School District
3.8
3.5
2,284 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Stephen Shell
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
59%
Reading Proficiency
68%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
93%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
C
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
68%
Math Proficiency
59%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers
91
Full Time Teachers
91
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
570
Verbal
600
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
28
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
14
AP Pass Rate
61.4%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
331:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%
White
74.2%
Hispanic
9.4%
Two or more races
9.3%
Black
4.1%
Asian
2.4%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of West Florida 619 Students
Florida State University 443 Students
University of Florida 373 Students
University of Central Florida 292 Students
Pensacola State College 290 Students
University of North Florida 200 Students
University of South Alabama 183 Students
University of South Florida 167 Students
Auburn University 131 Students
University of Miami 126 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 131 Students
Biology 107 Students
Business 102 Students
Psychology 77 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 64 Students
Biotechnology 55 Students
Computer Science 51 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine 46 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 44 Students
Pre-Law Studies 39 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 345 Reviews
5.0 Senior
5/10/2026
Moving from Japan as a military dependent, I was nervous and didn't know how I would fit in. On my first visit the school was informed that I was in JROTC and JROTC students met with me and immediately took care of me. I felt liked I was already a student and did not feel nervous but excited. I enjoyed all 3.5 years at Pace High School and believe it is one of the best schools in the entire state of Florida.
3.0 Senior
1/26/2026
The best part about this school is being involved in clubs. The worst is the admin and building strcuture. Building very outdated and classes and common spaces are very crowded.
4.0 Alum
5/31/2025
My experience at Pace High School was that of any average kid with a little flare. Flags flying, sun shinning, and band playing, I was part of the show. Colorguard helped me shine at Pace High School.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 13 Reviews
3.0 teacher
1/12/2025
This is where good ideas go to die. The books are outdated, students are tested on curriculum that is not in their old, outdated textbooks. FYI Google chrome books have been given to each student in Escambia county for 8 years now, a chrome book cost less than a text book.
5.0 parent
12/4/2022
My daughters love this school! As a Christian mom I was wary about putting them into this school, but they are thriving here. There are lots of extra classes. Both of my daughters are taking a cooking class this semester. I’m very glad I made the decision to put them in this school. Compared to a lo...
5.0 parent
9/26/2020
We are very happy with our student’s growth and progress at Pace HS.
5.0 parent
6/19/2019
This school was very accommodating for academics and sports.

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Pace High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Pace, FL, in the Pace neighborhood, and is served by the Santa Rosa County School District in Florida. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,284 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Academic records show that 59% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 68% are proficient in reading. Pace High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 93%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $364,391. Discover additional schools in the area, like High Road Charter Academy, Thomas L. Sims Middle School, S.S. Dixon Primary School, and more. Learn more about what Pace has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Pace High School.

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