Serving 836 students in grades 6-8, Pine Ridge Middle School 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 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 836 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pine Ridge Middle School's student population of 836 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
836 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Ridge Middle School 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 Pine Ridge Middle School is 0.60, 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
#538 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
40%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
49%
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
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Pine Ridge Middle School is ranked #538 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pine Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Pine Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gulfview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pine Ridge Middle School?
836 students attend Pine Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Pine Ridge Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Pine Ridge Middle School?
Pine Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pine Ridge Middle School offer ?
Pine Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pine Ridge Middle School part of?
Pine Ridge Middle School is part of Collier School District.
School Reviews
5 1/29/2008
i go to this school and i have to say this school is honestly the BEST EVER!! prms rocks my socks! there are so many awsome crazy(in a good way) teachers. there is lots of sports to do after school. we always make new kids comfortable at our school....GO PANTHERS!!!
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