East Hill Academy in Pensacola, FL, is a nonsectarian special education school serving 120 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in a small city neighborhood.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with 12 teaching staff members supporting its co–ed programs.
Approximately 39% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within the downtown Pensacola community.
The school provides K–12 special education services in an urban setting, contributing to the range of private educational options in Pensacola.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for East Hill Academy?
The application deadline for East Hill Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is East Hill Academy located?
East Hill Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Pensacola, FL. There are 2 other private schools located in Downtown.
School Reviews
5 8/7/2019
E.H.A. has done wonders with my granddaughter sociability skills. She is 11 and about to start a new journey at the school. She has adopted a new attitude about attending school to learn how to survive educational as well as being a productive person in society. God bless to all of the staff and administrators at East Hill Academy.
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