L. D. McArthur Elementary School vs West Florida High School/Technical
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 6.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
L. D. McArthur Elementary School
Pensacola · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
599 students
West Florida High School/Technical
Pensacola · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,322 students
| Measure | L. D. McArthur Elementary School Pensacola, Florida | West Florida High School/Technical Pensacola, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1423 of 2,187 | #122 of 576 |
| National rank | #23976 of 50,301 | #4392 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 599 | 1,322 |
| Enrollment | 599 | 1,322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.6% | 35.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 61% |
| city | Pensacola | Pensacola |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Florida High School/Technical scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.6 vs 51.7).
- •West Florida High School/Technical does better on math proficiency (61% vs 59%).
- •West Florida High School/Technical does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 45%).
- •West Florida High School/Technical does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.9% vs 56.6%).
- •L. D. McArthur Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 20.3).
- •West Florida High School/Technical is the larger school with 1,322 students compared with 599.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is L. D. McArthur Elementary School better than West Florida High School/Technical?
On the Success Index (US), West Florida High School/Technical ranks higher (65.6 vs 51.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are L. D. McArthur Elementary School and West Florida High School/Technical?
About 6.0 km in a straight line, between Pensacola and Pensacola in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L. D. McArthur Elementary School: 599. West Florida High School/Technical: 1,322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L. D. McArthur Elementary School and West Florida High School/Technical rank in Florida?
L. D. McArthur Elementary School is 1423rd of 2,187 and West Florida High School/Technical is 122nd of 576 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).