Serving 770 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Arbor Ridge K-8 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 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arbor Ridge K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Arbor Ridge K-8's student population of 770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arbor Ridge K-8 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 Arbor Ridge K-8 is 0.68, 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
#589 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
46%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arbor Ridge K-8's ranking?
Arbor Ridge K-8 is ranked #589 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Arbor Ridge K-8?
770 students attend Arbor Ridge K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Arbor Ridge K-8 students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arbor Ridge K-8?
Arbor Ridge K-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arbor Ridge K-8 offer ?
Arbor Ridge K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Arbor Ridge K-8 part of?
Arbor Ridge K-8 is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
View the Arbor Ridge K-8 yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
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