Serving 641 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Inverness 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Inverness Primary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Inverness, FL, covering an area of approximately 44.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 10.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Inverness Primary School's student population of 641 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Soar Together Succeed Together
School Rankings
Inverness 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 Inverness Primary School is 0.39, 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
#1654 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
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
12%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
77%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Inverness Primary School's ranking?
Inverness Primary School is ranked #1654 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Inverness Primary School often compared to?
Inverness Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hernando Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Inverness Primary School?
641 students attend Inverness Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Inverness Primary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Inverness Primary School?
Inverness Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Inverness Primary School offer ?
Inverness Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Inverness Primary School part of?
Inverness Primary School is part of Citrus School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter has been a student at IPS for two years now. She absolutely loves it. The staff is fun and friendly and extremely professional. They have parent nights to show parents what the kids have been doing and they are very active in fundraisers. My daughters love for reading has soared since starting school there because of how emphasis they put on daily reading, AR tests, and the annual Scholastic Book Fairs. Her teachers have always been very open with us and come to us immediately if there is any issues or if she is in danger of falling behind. I have gone through many school districts and Citrus County has yielded the best results for my children. Many of my friends feel the same way.
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