Average
#1524 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 40% in state
Ridgewood Park Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
3401 PIONEER RD, Orlando, FL 32808
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,524 of 3,778
In Orlando
#65 of 192
public schools
In district
#93 of 258
ORANGE
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Ridgewood Park Elementary
Ridgewood Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Ridgewood Park Elementary serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgewood Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,524 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ridgewood Park Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Ridgewood Park Elementary 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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Ridgewood Park Elementary — Students at Ridgewood Park Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78%
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: 7.2/10.
How Ridgewood Park Elementary Compares
See how Ridgewood Park Elementary 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
3401 PIONEER RD, Orlando, FL 32808
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridgewood Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UCP PINE HILLS CHARTER (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MOLLIE RAY ELEMENTARY (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FIRST PHASE CORE ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIGHTHOUSE Orlando | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HIGH SCHOOL Orlando | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| DREAM BIG ACADEMY OF LEARNING CORP. Orlando | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| MEADOWBROOK MIDDLE Orlando | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| KINGSWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| UCP PINE HILLS CHARTER Orlando | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| FIRST PHASE CORE ACADEMY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| FIRST PHASE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| FONROSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 0.9 mi | — |
| SPELLMAN PREP SCHOOL Orlando | 0.9 mi | — |
| LION OF JUDAH ACADEMY CAMPUS 2 Orlando | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| GENERATION Z ACADEMY Orlando | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| MAYNARD EVANS HIGH Orlando | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW DIRECTIONS COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF ORLANDO Orlando | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| INNOVATIONS MIDDLE CHARTER Orlando | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ROLLING HILLS ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| LAKE ROSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| DEVEREUX TREATMENT PROGRAM Orlando | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| MOLLIE RAY ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| HIAWASSEE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,575
Median Home Value
$218,600
Median Rent
$1,375/mo
Population
61,123
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
42.2%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
32.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASCENSION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Melbourne, FL | 6.8 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN K-8 CENTER North Miami, FL | 6.8 |
| CROISSANT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale, FL | 6.8 |
| EMMA JEWEL CHARTER ACADEMY Cocoa, FL | 6.8 |
| FAIRWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miramar, FL | 6.8 |
| FORSYTH WOODS ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridgewood Park Elementary
What grades does Ridgewood Park Elementary serve?
Ridgewood Park Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ridgewood Park Elementary?
Ridgewood Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgewood Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridgewood Park Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridgewood Park Elementary rank in FL?
Ridgewood Park Elementary ranks #1,524 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ridgewood Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridgewood Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Ridgewood Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgewood Park Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ridgewood Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Ridgewood Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridgewood Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ridgewood Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridgewood Park Elementary?
78.0% of students at Ridgewood Park Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.3%
- Phone
- (407) 296-6510
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #93 of 258
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