Ridge Community High School or RCHS is a public high school located on the Davenport, Florida and Haines City, Florida Line. RCHS was established in 2005 in Polk County. Ridge Community High School is one of many schools with a separate 9th Grade campus with its own front office.
Serving 2,632 students in grades 9-12, Ridge Community High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ridge Community High School serves the northern part of its school district in Davenport, FL, covering an area of approximately 116.9 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridge Community High School's student population of 2,632 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,632 students
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ridge Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridge Community High School is 0.51, 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
#3228 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
66%
38%
Black
23%
21%
White
9%
34%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Bolt
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridge Community High School's ranking?
Ridge Community High School is ranked #3228 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ridge Community High School often compared to?
Ridge Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haines City Senior High School, Fresh Start Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ridge Community High School?
The graduation rate of Ridge Community High School is 78%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ridge Community High School?
2,632 students attend Ridge Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Ridge Community High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridge Community High School?
Ridge Community High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ridge Community High School offer ?
Ridge Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ridge Community High School part of?
Ridge Community High School is part of Polk School District.
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