St. John Coalition, Pensacola

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The St. John Coalition is a lively neighborhood in Pensacola characterized by its active social scene and a distinct progressive community atmosphere. While the area offers a semi-rural feel with a walkable grid layout, residents should be aware of its modest residential aesthetic and proximity to light industrial activity.

Key Highlights

Moderate PrivacyModerately WalkableModest ResidentialModerate Pet AccessSemi-Rural FeelActive Social HubModerate Traffic NoiseClean Air QualityMixed Industrial PresenceModerate Insurance CoverageLargely LiberalDiverse Age MixModerate Flood Risk
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About St. John Coalition

The St. John Coalition serves as an energetic suburban hub within Pensacola, defined by a high density of local businesses, dining options, and cultural venues. The area maintains a semi-rural character through its low-density grid of single-family homes, which are generally modest in appearance. Residents benefit from consistently clean air quality and a community that leans notably liberal, fostering a distinct social environment that remains balanced across different age groups. Living in the neighborhood involves navigating certain trade-offs, particularly regarding environmental and industrial factors. While the grid layout supports moderate walkability, the area experiences intermittent noise from light commercial operations, such as local breweries and printing services. Prospective residents should also consider the nearby EPA Superfund site and the moderate flood risk associated with the 500-year floodplain. Furthermore, families should be prepared for the challenges within the local Escambia County School District, which is currently navigating significant administrative and academic volatility.

Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities

Privacy Index
Score: 5.6 out of 10

Residential structures are positioned with mixed spacing, though some homes sit closely to neighbors. This level of density is roughly in line with the city average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #11 in Pensacola →
Walkability
Score: 6.4 out of 10

A grid layout with many sidewalks allows for pedestrian movement, though high traffic roads and occasional gaps in the sidewalk network exist. This area offers better walkability than the Pensacola average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #3 in Pensacola →
Visual Appeal
Score: 5.3 out of 10

Standard tract housing with small yards and simple rooflines characterizes this area, which sits slightly below the Pensacola average for visual appeal. According to iHuus data, the landscape lacks high-end luxury amenities or large private lots.

Ranked #14 in Pensacola →
Dog Friendliness
Score: 5.1 out of 10

Public green space for walking is available via nearby sports fields and a large cemetery. This level of access is roughly in line with the city average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #8 in Pensacola →
Urban-Rural Index
Score: 6.5 out of 10

Residential patterns consist of a mix of single-family homes and small commercial units arranged in a low-density grid. This layout is largely comparable to the typical urban-rural balance found across Pensacola.

Ranked #5 in Pensacola →
Neighborhood Vibe
Score: 6.8 out of 10

Social activity and local business density are significantly higher than the Pensacola average. Residents can access a variety of dining, cultural venues, and fitness centers within an energetic suburban environment.

Ranked #2 in Pensacola →
Acoustic Comfort
Score: 4.2 out of 10

A steady hum of local traffic originates from nearby busy streets, though acoustic levels remain slightly more peaceful than the Pensacola average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #3 in Pensacola →
Air Quality
Score: 8 out of 10

Air quality in this area remains consistently clean with infrequent periods of poor air. This level of freshness is notably higher than the average found throughout Pensacola, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #1 in Pensacola →
Industrial Proximity
Score: 4.8 out of 10

Light commercial activity and intermittent loading noise from local businesses like breweries and printing services are present, which is more frequent than the Pensacola average. Residents should also be aware of a nearby EPA Superfund site that may impact soil and groundwater quality in the broader area.

Ranked #13 in Pensacola →
Health Insurance Coverage
Score: 6.2 out of 10

Health insurance access in this area is roughly in line with the Pensacola average. Residents may find that coverage levels are neither particularly high nor low compared to the rest of the city, according to iHuus data.

Ranked #10 in Pensacola →
Ideological Lean
Score: 7.8 out of 10

Political leanings in this area are notably more liberal than the Pensacola city average. This creates a community landscape with a distinct progressive majority.

Ranked #3 in Pensacola →
Population Age Profile
Score: 5.3 out of 10

Residents will find a balanced demographic of young adults, families, and seniors; according to iHuus data, this age distribution is nearly identical to the city average.

Ranked #7 in Pensacola →
Flood Safety
Score: 6.9 out of 10

Residual flood risk exists within this area as it sits inside a 500-year floodplain, though safety levels are slightly higher than the Pensacola average according to iHuus data.

Ranked #7 in Pensacola →

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Walkabilityavg 5.69
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Acoustic Comfortavg 3.55
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Privacy Indexavg 5.74
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Visual Appealavg 6.1
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Dog Friendlinessavg 5.17
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Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.57
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Neighborhood Vibeavg 3.9
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Health Insurance Coverageavg 6.07
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Air Qualityavg 6.61
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Industrial Proximityavg 6.4
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Flood Safetyavg 6.74
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Ideological Leanavg 4.7
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Population Age Profileavg 5.15
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School Districts Serving St. John Coalition

Escambia County School District
Grades K–1269 schoolsRatings 1–9/10
3/10
Cordova Park Elementary SchoolElementary
9/10
Pine Meadow Elementary SchoolElementary
9/10
N. B. Cook Elementary SchoolElementary
9/10
West Florida High School/TechnicalHigh
9/10
Pensacola Beach Elementary School IncElementary
9/10
Brown Barge Middle SchoolMiddle
9/10
Hellen Caro Elementary SchoolElementary
9/10
Molino Park ElementaryElementary
9/10
Kingsfield Elementary SchoolElementary
9/10
Pensacola State Charter AcademyHigh
9/10
Bellview Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
A. K. Suter Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
Ransom Middle SchoolMiddle
7/10
Pleasant Grove Elementary SchoolElementary
7/10
L. D. Mcarthur Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Jim Allen Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Ferry Pass Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Reinhardt Holm Elementary SchoolElementary
6/10
Beulah Academy Of ScienceMiddle
6/10
Bratt Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
J. M. Tate Senior High SchoolHigh
5/10
Blue Angels Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Escambia Virtual Academy FranchiseOther
5/10
R. C. Lipscomb Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Beulah Elementary SchoolElementary
5/10
Ernest Ward Middle SchoolMiddle
4/10
Washington Senior High SchoolHigh
4/10
Jim C. Bailey Middle SchoolMiddle
4/10
Byrneville Elementary School Inc.Elementary
4/10
Beulah Middle SchoolMiddle
4/10
Pensacola High SchoolHigh
4/10
West Pensacola Elementary SchoolElementary
4/10
Northview High SchoolHigh
4/10
Ferry Pass Middle SchoolMiddle
3/10
Scenic Heights Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Montclair Elementary SchoolElementary
3/10
Escambia High SchoolHigh
2/10
Myrtle Grove Elementary SchoolElementary
2/10
Sherwood Elementary SchoolElementary
2/10
J. H. Workman Middle SchoolMiddle
2/10
Oakcrest Elementary SchoolElementary
2/10
Pine Forest High SchoolHigh
2/10
Longleaf Elementary SchoolElementary
2/10
C. A. Weis Elementary SchoolElementary
2/10
Bellview Middle SchoolMiddle
1/10
Brentwood Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
O. J. Semmes Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Lincoln Park Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Ensley Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Navy Point Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Warrington Elementary SchoolElementary
1/10
Warrington Preparatory AcademyMiddle
1/10
Global Learning AcademyElementary
1/10
George Stone Technical CollegeHigh
Not rated
Escambia Juvenile DetentionOther
Not rated
Hospital & HomeboundOther
Not rated
Escambia Westgate CenterOther
Not rated
Success AcademyHigh
Not rated
County Administrative AnnexHigh
Not rated
Capstone AcademyPrekindergarten
Not rated
Achieve Academy At McmillianOther
Not rated
Escambia Virtual Instructional Program (District Provided)Other
Not rated
Escambia County Acceleration AcademyHigh
Not rated
Hope Horizon At Judy Andrews CenterOther
Not rated
Pace ProgramHigh
Not rated
Escambia Sch. Dist. Jail Prog.High
Not rated
Jackie Harris Preparatory AcademyElementary
Not rated
Escambia Virtual Instruction ProgramOther
Not rated
Tap Pk BabiesPrekindergarten
Not rated

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the St. John Coalition a walkable neighborhood?
Yes, the area features a grid layout with many sidewalks that makes it more pedestrian-friendly than the Pensacola average. However, residents should be aware of occasional gaps in the sidewalk network and traffic on busier roads.
What is the industrial presence like in the St. John Coalition?
The neighborhood has a mixed industrial presence, including light commercial activity like breweries and printing services. Residents may occasionally hear loading noise and should be aware of a nearby EPA Superfund site that could affect soil and groundwater in the broader region.
What are the schools like for families in this neighborhood?
The area is served by the Escambia County School District, which is currently experiencing significant administrative turnover and academic disparities. Families may find a wide performance gap between neighborhood schools and specialized magnet or charter options.