RIDGEVIEW GLOBAL STUDIES ACADEMY

POLK
1000 DUNSON RD
DAVENPORT, FL 33896
Charter School 1,551 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy, located in Davenport, Florida, is a public charter school that emphasizes a globally-focused curriculum designed to prepare students for success in an interconnected world. Serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade, the academy integrates rigorous academic standards with international perspectives. By prioritizing cultural awareness and a broad worldview, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are not only academically proficient but also socially responsible and culturally competent citizens.

The school is known for fostering a supportive community environment where character development is considered just as vital as academic achievement. With a commitment to "global studies," the curriculum often incorporates interdisciplinary projects that encourage students to explore complex issues from multiple viewpoints. By providing a structured yet enriching learning environment, Ridgeview Global Studies Academy seeks to equip its students with the critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills necessary to thrive in high school and beyond.
1,551
Total Students
87.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
44.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    671 (43.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    636 (41.0 %)
  • Black
    153 (9.9 %)
  • Asian
    47 (3.0 %)
  • Two or More
    37 (2.4 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.3 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: POLK
Phone: (863)419-3171
Website: http://theridgeviewacademy.com
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 1,551
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 87.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 598
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 95

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 145
Grade 1 142
Grade 2 142
Grade 3 145
Grade 4 130
Grade 5 131
Grade 6 135
Grade 7 130
Grade 8 123
Grade 9 102
Grade 10 99
Grade 11 73
Grade 12 54
Gender Ratio
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Not reported M - M