Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montclair Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Montclair Elementary School's student population of 328 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Montclair Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montclair Elementary School is 0.36, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3273 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
79%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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 is Montclair Elementary School's ranking?
Montclair Elementary School is ranked #3273 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Montclair Elementary School often compared to?
Montclair Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C. A. Weis Elementary School, O. J. Semmes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Montclair Elementary School?
328 students attend Montclair Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Montclair Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montclair Elementary School?
Montclair Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Montclair Elementary School offer ?
Montclair Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montclair Elementary School part of?
Montclair Elementary School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is Montclair Elementary School located?
Montclair Elementary School is located in the Northwest Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Northwest Pensacola.
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