Serving 2,156 students in grades 9-12, J. M. Tate Senior High 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 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. M. Tate Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
J. M. Tate Senior High School's student population of 2,156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Rankings
J. M. Tate Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. M. Tate Senior High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2355 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 J. M. Tate Senior High School's ranking?
J. M. Tate Senior High School is ranked #2355 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are J. M. Tate Senior High School often compared to?
J. M. Tate Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Senior High School, West Florida High School/technical by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of J. M. Tate Senior High School?
The graduation rate of J. M. Tate Senior High School is 91%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend J. M. Tate Senior High School?
2,156 students attend J. M. Tate Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of J. M. Tate Senior High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. M. Tate Senior High School?
J. M. Tate Senior High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does J. M. Tate Senior High School offer ?
J. M. Tate Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. M. Tate Senior High School part of?
J. M. Tate Senior High School is part of Escambia School District.
School Reviews
5 3/21/2020
I attended this school in the 80s and my children go there now. Great school, teachers and admin!!
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