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Citrus Grove Elementary School

729 Hazen Rd
Deland, FL 32720
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
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Top 50%
Serving 825 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Citrus Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 825 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 50% in FL
  • : 57% (Top 50%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Citrus Grove Elementary School's student population of 825 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
Eagles do their best and nothing less!

School Rankings

Citrus Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% 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 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#1182 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
57%
52%
60%
52%
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Citrus Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Citrus Grove Elementary School is ranked #1182 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Citrus Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Citrus Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Lake Elementary School, George W. Marks Elementary School, Freedom Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Citrus Grove Elementary School?
825 students attend Citrus Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Citrus Grove Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Citrus Grove Elementary School?
Citrus Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than 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 Volusia School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 825 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 57% (Top 50%)
  • : 60% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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