Serving 2,666 students in grades 9-12, Ridge Community High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridge Community High School's student population of 2,666 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ridge Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridge Community High 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
#3184 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
64%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
9%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridge Community High School's ranking?
Ridge Community High School is ranked #3184 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ridge Community High School often compared to?
Ridge Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haines City Senior High School, Fresh Start Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ridge Community High School?
The graduation rate of Ridge Community High School is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ridge Community High School?
2,666 students attend Ridge Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ridge Community High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridge Community High School?
Ridge Community High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ridge Community High School offer ?
Ridge Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ridge Community High School part of?
Ridge Community High School is part of Polk School District.
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