O. J. SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

O. J. SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ESCAMBIA school district, located in PENSACOLA, FL with about 503 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 40 teachers, O. J. SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

O. J. SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Pensacola, Florida, operating under the Escambia County School District. Situated on E. Texar Drive, the school serves a diverse community of elementary-aged students, focusing on providing a foundational education that emphasizes core academic subjects, character development, and social-emotional growth. The school is dedicated to creating a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best through structured curriculum and community engagement.

As part of the broader Escambia County educational system, O. J. Semmes utilizes district-standard resources and initiatives to promote student success and literacy. The school values the partnership between educators, families, and the local community, aiming to prepare its students for middle school and beyond. Through its official district portal, the school provides parents and guardians with access to essential information, including academic calendars, faculty contact details, and school-wide announcements, ensuring consistent communication and involvement in the educational process.

For more information, contact O. J. SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (850) 595-6975 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1250 E TEXAR DR
PENSACOLA, FL 32503-4053
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O. J. SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in PENSACOLA, FL with about 503 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
ESCAMBIA
Total Students:
503
Teachers:
40
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 503 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending O. J. SEMMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 81% of the student body.

Black or African American
80.5%
White
11.3%
Two or more races
4.6%
Hispanic/Latino
3.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
50.1%
Male
49.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.