Summary:
This analysis examines two elementary schools in the 33897 zip code of Davenport, FL: Citrus Ridge A Civics Academy and Four Corners Charter School, both large schools serving grades PK-8 and K-5 respectively, but belonging to different districts—Polk and Osceola.
Four Corners Charter School is the standout school in this area, earning a 3-star rating and ranking in the 54th to 65th percentile statewide. It significantly outperforms Citrus Ridge A Civics Academy in every academic subject, with 3rd grade math proficiency at 72% versus 45%, and 5th grade science at 64% versus 48%. This is despite Four Corners having a much higher student-teacher ratio (34.4:1 vs. 16.5:1) and lower per-student spending ($8,638 vs. $11,364). Citrus Ridge holds a 1-star rating and ranks in the 11th to 14th percentile, struggling across most metrics, though it shows a surprising strength in middle school advanced courses, with 84% proficiency in Algebra 1 and 88% in Geometry.
Chronic absenteeism is a systemic issue for both schools, with rates of 44.0% at Citrus Ridge and 38.6% at Four Corners, both well above the state average of 31.4%. Economic disparity also mirrors performance, as Citrus Ridge has a higher free/reduced lunch rate (59.12%) compared to Four Corners (42.43%). The performance gap between these geographically close schools highlights how district-level policies and resource efficiency can dramatically impact student outcomes, making Four Corners Charter School the clear choice for families prioritizing academic achievement in this zip code.
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