Serving 744 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School's student population of 744 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#813 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School's ranking?
R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School is ranked #813 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School often compared to?
R. C. Lipscomb Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like L. D. Mcarthur Elementary School, Pine Meadow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School?
744 students attend R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School?
R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School offer ?
R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School part of?
R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School is part of Escambia School District.
In what neighborhood is R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School located?
R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School is located in the North Northwest Pensacola neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in North Northwest Pensacola.
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