Serving 656 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Citrus Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Citrus Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Citrus Elementary School's student population of 656 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Citrus Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Citrus Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1406 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
18%
36%
Black
20%
21%
White
54%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citrus Elementary School's ranking?
Citrus Elementary School is ranked #1406 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Citrus Elementary School often compared to?
Citrus Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glendale Elementary School, Indian River Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Citrus Elementary School?
656 students attend Citrus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Citrus Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Citrus Elementary School?
Citrus Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Citrus Elementary School offer ?
Citrus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Citrus Elementary School part of?
Citrus Elementary School is part of Indian River School District.
School Calendar
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Date
End of 4th Quarter / Students Last Day of School
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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