Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cutler Ridge 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cutler Ridge Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Panthers
School Rankings
Cutler Ridge Elementary 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 Cutler Ridge Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1802 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
37%
Black
21%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cutler Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cutler Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1802 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cutler Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Cutler Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gulfstream Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cutler Ridge Elementary School?
404 students attend Cutler Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Cutler Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cutler Ridge Elementary School?
Cutler Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cutler Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cutler Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cutler Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cutler Ridge Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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