GRAND RIDGE SCHOOL
GRAND RIDGE SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the JACKSON school district, located in GRAND RIDGE, FL with about 592 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, GRAND RIDGE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
GRAND RIDGE SCHOOL, located in Grand Ridge, Florida, is a public educational institution serving students within the Jackson County School District. As a PK-8 school, it provides a foundational learning environment that bridges the gap between early childhood education and the transition into high school. The school is committed to fostering academic growth and personal development by offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body in a small-town community setting.
The school places a strong emphasis on creating a supportive atmosphere where educators, parents, and community members collaborate to enhance student achievement. By focusing on both core academic subjects and character development, GRAND RIDGE SCHOOL strives to prepare its students for future success in higher education and beyond. Through its digital presence and community involvement, the school remains a central pillar for families in the region, prioritizing student engagement and the continuous improvement of its educational programs.
For more information, contact GRAND RIDGE SCHOOL at (850) 482-9835 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GRAND RIDGE, FL 32442-3907
(850) 482-9835
http://grs.jcsb.org
GRAND RIDGE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in GRAND RIDGE, FL with about 592 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Florida
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- JACKSON
- Total Students:
- 592
- Teachers:
- 39
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 592 students
- White
- 69.4%
- Black or African American
- 18.6%
- Two or more races
- 6.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Asian
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.