Indian River Academy

500 20th St Sw
Vero Beach, FL 32962
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian River Academy 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 444 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Indian River Academy's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Transforming education to inspire & empower ALL students to maximize their full potential.

School Rankings

Indian River Academy 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 Indian River Academy is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1583 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
50-54%
52%
50-54%
52%
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
36%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
30%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
(22-23)
39.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Indian River Academy's ranking?
Indian River Academy is ranked #1583 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Indian River Academy often compared to?
Indian River Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Citrus Elementary School, Glendale 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Indian River Academy?
444 students attend Indian River Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Indian River Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian River Academy?
Indian River Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Indian River Academy offer ?
Indian River Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian River Academy part of?
Indian River Academy is part of Indian River School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Teachers pay close attention to my child''s special needs. The classrooms are happy, but productive, which isvery refreshing. Staff places high values on mutual respect and self respect and they teach my child (and the other kids in the class) tools for developing those values. The classroom and administration have become much more stable and positive over the past few years. My child LOVES this school.
- Posted by Parent - Nurse/mom

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 444 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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