Serving 642 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crystal River Primary School ranks in the top 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 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crystal River Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Crystal River Primary School's student population of 642 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crystal River Primary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crystal River Primary School is 0.36, 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
#1572 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
79%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crystal River Primary School's ranking?
Crystal River Primary School is ranked #1572 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Crystal River Primary School often compared to?
Crystal River Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lecanto Primary School, Rock Crusher Elementary School, Central Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Crystal River Primary School?
642 students attend Crystal River Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Crystal River Primary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crystal River Primary School?
Crystal River Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Crystal River Primary School offer ?
Crystal River Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Crystal River Primary School part of?
Crystal River Primary School is part of Citrus School District.
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