Serving 1,551 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy's student population of 1,551 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy 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 Ridgeview Global Studies Academy is 0.64, 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
#568 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
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%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #568 out of 3,704 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?
67% 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).
How many students attend Ridgeview Global Studies Academy?
1,551 students attend Ridgeview Global Studies Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ridgeview Global Studies Academy students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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
What school district is Ridgeview Global Studies Academy part of?
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy is part of Polk School District.
School Reviews
5 7/19/2016
Hi Ridgeview Global Studies i am a student of RGSA my name is Asiyah Wetzel u probably recognize my name I have been in RGSA since 4th and 5th grd going into 6th in RGSA this school is a great environment and and i have been learning more and more in this school P.S. I hope this school builds a High School Love, Asiyah Wetzel
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