CITRUS RIDGE A CIVICS ACADEMY

CITRUS RIDGE A CIVICS ACADEMY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the POLK school district, located in DAVENPORT, FL with about 1,879 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 100 teachers, CITRUS RIDGE A CIVICS ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Citrus Ridge: A Civics Academy, located in Davenport, Florida, is a public school within the Polk County Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school places a unique emphasis on civic education, aiming to prepare students to be active, informed, and responsible members of their community. By integrating civics-based themes into its broader curriculum, the academy strives to foster critical thinking and an understanding of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship from an early age.

Beyond its academic focus, Citrus Ridge functions as a foundational pillar for families in the rapidly growing Davenport area. The school provides a comprehensive educational environment that spans foundational learning through middle school years, encouraging student involvement in both extracurricular activities and community-based projects. With its commitment to the Polk County school standards, the academy works to balance core academic excellence with the development of character and social awareness, ensuring students are well-equipped for their future academic and civic endeavors.

For more information, contact CITRUS RIDGE A CIVICS ACADEMY at (863) 259-4001 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.