Escambia County Acceleration Academy serves 205 students in grades 8-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 41:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 41:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 6-9% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escambia County Acceleration Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Escambia County Acceleration Academy's student population of 205 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Escambia County Acceleration Academy is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
41:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
38%
Black
23%
21%
White
58%
34%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
6-9%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Escambia County Acceleration Academy?
The graduation rate of Escambia County Acceleration Academy is 6-9%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Escambia County Acceleration Academy?
205 students attend Escambia County Acceleration Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Escambia County Acceleration Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Escambia County Acceleration Academy?
Escambia County Acceleration Academy has a student ration of 41:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Escambia County Acceleration Academy offer ?
Escambia County Acceleration Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Escambia County Acceleration Academy part of?
Escambia County Acceleration Academy is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Escambia County Acceleration Academy located?
Escambia County Acceleration Academy is located in the Northeast Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Northeast Pensacola.
School Reviews
Review Escambia County Acceleration Academy. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.
