Excellent
#559 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 15% in state
Citrus Elementary School
Elementary School · INDIAN RIVER
2771 CITRUS PL, Vero Beach, FL 32968
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#559 of 3,778
In Vero Beach
#5 of 20
public schools
In district
#6 of 28
INDIAN RIVER
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Citrus Elementary School
Citrus Elementary School is a public elementary school in Vero Beach, FL, part of INDIAN RIVER. Citrus Elementary School serves approximately 651 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Citrus Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #559 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Citrus Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Citrus Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Citrus Elementary School — Students at Citrus Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Citrus Elementary School Compares
See how Citrus Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2771 CITRUS PL, Vero Beach, FL 32968
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Citrus Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OSCEOLA MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vero Beach, see our Vero Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLENDALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vero Beach | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| OSLO MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| THE WILLOW SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| VERO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| VERO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ROSEWOOD MAGNET SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| OSCEOLA MAGNET SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vero Beach | 1.8 mi | — |
| IR PREP Vero Beach | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION Vero Beach | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ST HELEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| MASTER'S ACADEMY OF VERO BEACH Vero Beach | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| IMAGINE AT SOUTH VERO Vero Beach | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| INDIAN RIVER CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Vero Beach | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| SUNCOAST PRIMARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| INDIAN RIVER ACADEMY Vero Beach | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| ST. PETER'S ACADEMY Vero Beach | 4.3 mi | 4.6 |
| DODGERTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach | 4.5 mi | 4.7 |
| GIFFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Vero Beach | 4.7 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32968 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,801
Median Home Value
$357,800
Median Rent
$1,716/mo
Population
15,576
College Educated
36.7%
Homeownership
92.2%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
47.6
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| APOPKA ELEMENTARY Apopka, FL | 8.3 |
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| COOPER CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cooper City, FL | 8.3 |
| CREATIVE ARTS ACADEMY OF ST. LUCIE Fort Pierce, FL | 8.3 |
| CURLEW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Palm Harbor, FL | 8.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Citrus Elementary School
What grades does Citrus Elementary School serve?
Citrus Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Citrus Elementary School?
Citrus Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 651 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Citrus Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Citrus Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Citrus Elementary School rank in FL?
Citrus Elementary School ranks #559 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Citrus Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Citrus Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Citrus Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Citrus Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Citrus Elementary School a charter school?
No, Citrus Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Citrus Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Citrus Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Citrus Elementary School?
72.2% of students at Citrus Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 651
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Indian River County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (772) 978-8350
Resources & Links
District
INDIAN RIVER- District Enrollment
- 16,950
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,843
- District Rank
- #6 of 28
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