Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rideout Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rideout Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Rideout Elementary School's student population of 502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rideout Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rideout Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#763 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
66%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rideout Elementary School's ranking?
Rideout Elementary School is ranked #763 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
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 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Rideout Elementary School?
502 students attend Rideout Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Rideout Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rideout Elementary School?
Rideout Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rideout Elementary School offer ?
Rideout Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Rideout Elementary School part of?
Rideout Elementary School is part of Clay School District.
School Reviews
5 6/25/2020
This is a great school, and it is.
5 6/20/2014
I LOVE this school i've been here for about 4 years and had a great experience.with my teachers (mrs.burt,mrs.king aka mrs.frawley)this school is the best school u could ever think of having.ALL the teachers are amazing staff are GREAT.... i've had fun at RideOut since the frist day i was there.all of the students are nice and will care for u when something is wrong .im going in 6th grade and am happy to be moving up a grade in RideOut.The after school programs are the best and am sure your kids we'll love them as well... I am sad thinking i'd be leaving RideOut because of all the great friends u make and teacher u meet.....The teachers make sure your student is well cared for and is learning at their own paste.
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