Pensacola High School

Pensacola High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
500 W Maxwell St,  Pensacola, FL
Escambia County School District
3.7
3.9
1,329 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. David Williams
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
39%
Reading Proficiency
45%
Average GPA
3.48
Graduation Rate
78%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.48
Reading Proficiency
45%
Math Proficiency
39%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers
48
Full Time Teachers
48
Teachers in First or Second Year
33.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
630
Verbal
640
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
28
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
14
AP Pass Rate
74.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
348:1

Student Diversity

Female
53%
Male
47%
Black
43.9%
White
27.7%
Hispanic
13.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.8%
Two or more races
6.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#73 Best College Prep Public HS in Florida
#118 Niche Standout HS in Florida
Source: Niche

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 Florida 313 Students
Florida State University 266 Students
University of West Florida 257 Students
University of Central Florida 195 Students
University of South Florida 145 Students
University of Miami 121 Students
Pensacola State College 111 Students
Florida A&M University 106 Students
University of North Florida 99 Students
University of South Alabama 85 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 79 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 78 Students
Business 77 Students
Nursing 72 Students
Psychology 66 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 44 Students
Political Science and Government 40 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine 38 Students
Pre-Law Studies 36 Students
Computer Science 35 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 281 Reviews
4.0 Alum
2/18/2025
I was in the International Baccalurate Program at Pensacola High School and that program is the only thing holding the school up. The recent administration did not support the program and it got backlash. I enjoyed my time in the program and I feel like it has prepared me for college.
4.0 Junior
9/1/2024
I love the IB program at Pensacola High School because it challenges me and prepares me for college. The counselors are fantastic and the disciplinary team is phenomenal.
3.0 Sophomore
3/23/2023
not the best unless your in the ib program and ap class selection is big also dont join the band the instructer is terrible
GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 14 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/23/2025
The Pensacola High School IB Program was our family's first experience with Escambia Public Schools. Our student is now a Junior, and we have been so incredibly impressed by the rigour of the IB Program. Our student works hard studying every evening, but they also have time for sports, drama club, F...
5.0 parent
2/24/2025
The IB program within PHS is phenomenal. The teachers are highly educated and provide students with a challenging learning environment that fully prepares them for college. Many students go on to attend some of the most prestigious schools in the nation. In addition to the academic rigor, the IB pro...
5.0 other
1/6/2024
These descriptions do not mention the exceptional IB magnet program offered at this school. The IB program is a school within a school, with exceptional teachers and students attending some of the most prestigious colleges in the country. This is the strongest academic program offered in the area. I...
5.0 parent
6/12/2022
This is a wonderful college reddiness school. They go above and beyond to get the kids ready for college, work and family life. They teach kids how to survive in the real world. This school is really one in a million.

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Pensacola High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Pensacola, FL, in the Pensacola neighborhood, and is served by the Escambia County School District in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 1,329 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25:1. Academic records show that 39% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 45% are proficient in reading. Pensacola High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.48, the graduation rate is 78%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $307,536. Discover additional schools in the area, like County Administrative Annex, Henry McMillan School, Lighthouse Private Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Pensacola has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Pensacola High School.

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