Serving 1,581 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Ridgeview Global Studies Academy 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 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy's student population of 1,581 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
In our ever-changing, multicultural world, we will spark the desire in our school family to become responsible and caring decision makers. United, we will provide challenges and skills in a loving environment, empowering everyone to reach his fullest pote
School Rankings
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgeview Global Studies Academy is 0.65, 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
#476 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
41%
38%
Black
11%
21%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Polk School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgeview Global Studies Academy's ranking?
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy is ranked #476 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ridgeview Global Studies Academy often compared to?
Ridgeview Global Studies Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Davenport School Of The Arts, Four Corners Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ridgeview Global Studies Academy?
The graduation rate of Ridgeview Global Studies Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ridgeview Global Studies Academy?
1,581 students attend Ridgeview Global Studies Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Ridgeview Global Studies Academy students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgeview Global Studies Academy?
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ridgeview Global Studies Academy offer ?
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ridgeview Global Studies Academy part of?
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy is part of Polk School District.
School Reviews
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