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Ridgecrest Elementary School

1901 119th St
Largo, FL 33778
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ridgecrest 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 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 574 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 30% in FL
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Ridgecrest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Ridgecrest Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
574 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Ridgecrest 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 Ridgecrest Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#754 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
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69%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Ridgecrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
65%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Ridgecrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
65-69%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Ridgecrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
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Hispanic
12%
37%
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Black
31%
21%
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White
40%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Ridgecrest Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Ridgecrest Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.72
This chart displays the diversity score of Ridgecrest Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Ridgecrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Ridgecrest Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgecrest Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgecrest Elementary School is ranked #754 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ridgecrest Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgecrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ridgecrest Elementary School?
574 students attend Ridgecrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Ridgecrest Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgecrest Elementary School?
Ridgecrest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ridgecrest Elementary School offer ?
Ridgecrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ridgecrest Elementary School part of?
Ridgecrest Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Ridgecrest Elementary School located?
Ridgecrest Elementary School is located in the Friends Of Ridgecrest neighborhood of Largo, FL.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-calendar">School Calendar

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Last day for all students. End of fourth quarter. Students will be released two hours early.
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)

School Reviews
5   10/27/2023
I went to this school for three years (3rd grade to 5th). Before then, I went to Southern Oak Elementary. When I first got to this school, I was nervous. Everyone knew each other, even the teachers. I thought that my time there wouldn't be enjoyable, and the same chore that Southern Oak was. I was wrong. Not only was everyone willing to let me into their friend community, but the teachers were always very respectful. When we first had to write papers in my 3rd-grade class, I would have a breakdown and cry so loud the teacher had to take me to the office. Now, I get A''s on all of my papers. The specials programs, as they are called, include about 45-minute periods of music, art, and P.E (Physical Education). These parts of the day allow for students to enjoy themselves, while still doing something educational. Overall very good experience out of all of the grades i went through here. It''s because of them that i got the highest possible score on the math FAST test last year! I you still looking for a place to send your kid, this is where you're gonna want them to go.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Maceo Brown
5   8/11/2023
We are so pleased with the gifted program in Ridgecrest. The gifted teachers are very experienced, and with good credentials. Our daughter used to struggle when she was in a traditional school program during her VPK and kindergarten years because her previous teachers weren''t experienced with the gifted traits and challenges , so they didn''t appreciate nor see her strength . They only focused on her weaknesses ( most of the time gifted students have profound strengths and weaknesses, compared to an average student) , and it was frustrating for us. When she moved to Ridgecrest and was in the gifted program, she truly shined and her reading and writing skills improved dramatically . She used to be in the 94th percentile in Reading and 90th percentile in Math when she was in kindergarten at a traditional school . When she had her MAP tests at the end of first grade and at the beginning of second grade , she was in the 98th percentile in both subjects . At the end of third grade , she can write a story like a pro and able to do long division and negative numbers. Thank you Ridgecrest teachers for everything you do.
- Posted by Parent - J
5   1/4/2022
I love this school because I go to and I love the Staff and the people who work there and I like my teacher, Mrs. Fleming because she is super nice thank you for giving me such a great school to go to!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Brianna Vok

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 574 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 60%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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