Serving 665 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Forest Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forest Ridge Elementary School serves the northern part of Hernando, FL, covering an area of approximately 17.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 4.5 miles from the furthest point of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forest Ridge Elementary School's student population of 665 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
665 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Forest Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Ridge Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1097 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
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Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
21%
38%
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Black
4%
21%
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White
65%
34%
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Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Forest Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1097 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Forest Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Forest Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Ridge Elementary School, Rock Crusher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Forest Ridge Elementary School?
665 students attend Forest Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Forest Ridge Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forest Ridge Elementary School?
Forest Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forest Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Forest Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Ridge Elementary School part of?
Forest Ridge Elementary School is part of Citrus School District.
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