Serving 833 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tatum Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 833 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tatum Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Tatum Ridge Elementary School's student population of 833 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
833 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tatum Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tatum Ridge Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#458 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
3%
21%
White
78%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tatum Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Tatum Ridge Elementary School is ranked #458 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tatum Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Tatum Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tatum Ridge Elementary School?
833 students attend Tatum Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Tatum Ridge Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tatum Ridge Elementary School?
Tatum Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tatum Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Tatum Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Tatum Ridge Elementary School part of?
Tatum Ridge Elementary School is part of Sarasota School District.
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