Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Citrus Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Citrus Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Citrus Grove Elementary School's student population of 596 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
School Rankings
Citrus Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Citrus Grove Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#448 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
18%
38%
Black
4%
21%
White
73%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
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 Citrus Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Citrus Grove Elementary School is ranked #448 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Citrus Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Citrus Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bessey Creek Elementary School, Palm City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Citrus Grove Elementary School?
596 students attend Citrus Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Citrus Grove Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Citrus Grove Elementary School?
Citrus Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Citrus Grove Elementary School offer ?
Citrus Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Citrus Grove Elementary School part of?
Citrus Grove Elementary School is part of Martin School District.
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