Very Good
#879 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 23% in state
Ridgeview Elementary School
Elementary School · CLAY
421 JEFFERSON AVE, Orange Park, FL 32065
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#879 of 3,778
In Orange Park
#5 of 21
public schools
In district
#12 of 47
CLAY
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Ridgeview Elementary School
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About Ridgeview Elementary School
Ridgeview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Orange Park, FL, part of CLAY. Ridgeview Elementary School serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgeview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #879 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ridgeview Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Ridgeview 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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Ridgeview Elementary School — Students at Ridgeview Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How Ridgeview Elementary School Compares
See how Ridgeview 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
421 JEFFERSON AVE, Orange Park, FL 32065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridgeview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TYNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Middleburg), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RIDEOUT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Middleburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SWIMMING PEN CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Middleburg), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Orange Park, see our Orange Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,842
Median Home Value
$278,500
Median Rent
$1,675/mo
Population
40,366
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
36.5
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|---|---|
| AZALEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Petersburg, FL | 7.7 |
| BISCAYNE BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami Beach, FL | 7.7 |
| BLUE ANGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 7.7 |
| BOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 7.7 |
| COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 7.7 |
| CORDOVA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridgeview Elementary School
What grades does Ridgeview Elementary School serve?
Ridgeview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ridgeview Elementary School?
Ridgeview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgeview Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridgeview Elementary School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridgeview Elementary School rank in FL?
Ridgeview Elementary School ranks #879 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ridgeview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridgeview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Ridgeview Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgeview Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ridgeview Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ridgeview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridgeview Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ridgeview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridgeview Elementary School?
62.7% of students at Ridgeview 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 581
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (904) 336-3075
Resources & Links
District
CLAY- District Enrollment
- 39,362
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,252
- District Rank
- #12 of 47
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