Serving 667 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crystal River Primary 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 54% (which is higher 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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crystal River Primary School's student population of 667 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
3
School Rankings
Crystal River Primary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crystal River Primary School is 0.38, 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
#1594 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
78%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Crystal River Primary School's ranking?
Crystal River Primary School is ranked #1594 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Crystal River Primary School often compared to?
Crystal River Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lecanto Primary School, Rock Crusher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% 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 Crystal River Primary School?
667 students attend Crystal River Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Crystal River Primary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crystal River Primary School?
Crystal River Primary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crystal River Primary School offer ?
Crystal River Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crystal River Primary School part of?
Crystal River Primary School is part of Citrus School District.
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