Serving 27 students in grades 6-12, Escambia Boys' Base ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 56%).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escambia Boys' Base ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Escambia Boys' Base's student population of 27 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
3 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Escambia Boys' Base is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
37%
Black
66%
21%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% FL state average).
How many students attend Escambia Boys' Base?
27 students attend Escambia Boys' Base.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Escambia Boys' Base students are Black, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Escambia Boys' Base offer ?
Escambia Boys' Base offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Escambia Boys' Base part of?
Escambia Boys' Base is part of Escambia School District.
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