Serving 764 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Ridge Elementary 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Ridge Elementary School's student population of 764 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
764 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Ridge Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1924 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
37%
Black
6%
21%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 Central Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Central Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1924 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Central Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Central Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Citrus Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Central Ridge Elementary School?
764 students attend Central Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Central Ridge Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Ridge Elementary School?
Central Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Central Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Ridge Elementary School part of?
Central Ridge Elementary School is part of Citrus School District.
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