Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Crusher Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (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 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rock Crusher Elementary School's student population of 664 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Motto
Celebrating the Gopher Spirit
School Rankings
Rock Crusher 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 Rock Crusher Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#981 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
38%
Black
2%
21%
White
78%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Crusher Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Crusher Elementary School is ranked #981 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Rock Crusher Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Crusher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crystal River Primary School, Pleasant Grove Elementary School, Lecanto Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% 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 Rock Crusher Elementary School?
664 students attend Rock Crusher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Rock Crusher Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Crusher Elementary School?
Rock Crusher Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rock Crusher Elementary School offer ?
Rock Crusher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Crusher Elementary School part of?
Rock Crusher Elementary School is part of Citrus School District.
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