VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY

VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the ST. JOHNS school district, located in PONTE VEDRA, FL with about 1,635 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 93 teachers, VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY, located in the master-planned community of Nocatee in Ponte Vedra, Florida, is a highly-rated K-8 school within the St. Johns County School District. Serving a rapidly growing suburban population, the academy is known for its modern facilities, commitment to academic excellence, and integration of technology into the daily curriculum. The school fosters a collaborative environment that focuses on preparing students for high school success while emphasizing character development and community involvement.

As a centerpiece of the Nocatee community, VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY places a strong emphasis on parental engagement and a robust extracurricular program, including various athletic teams, arts programs, and academic clubs. The school’s proximity to a family-oriented residential area allows for a tight-knit campus culture, and it consistently maintains a reputation for high student achievement and strong test scores, reflecting the broader district’s focus on high educational standards.

For more information, contact VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY at (904) 547-4090 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.