GRAND RIDGE SCHOOL

JACKSON
6925 FLORIDA ST
GRAND RIDGE, FL 32442
359 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
Grand Ridge School, located in Grand Ridge, Florida, is a public educational institution serving students within the Jackson County School District. As a PK-8 school, it provides a foundational learning environment that bridges the gap between early childhood education and the transition into high school. The school is committed to fostering academic growth and personal development by offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body in a small-town community setting.

The school places a strong emphasis on creating a supportive atmosphere where educators, parents, and community members collaborate to enhance student achievement. By focusing on both core academic subjects and character development, Grand Ridge School strives to prepare its students for future success in higher education and beyond. Through its digital presence and community involvement, the school remains a central pillar for families in the region, prioritizing student engagement and the continuous improvement of its educational programs.
359
Total Students
25.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    251 (69.9%)
  • Black
    68 (18.9%)
  • Two or More
    26 (7.2%)
  • Hispanic
    14 (3.9%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: JACKSON
Phone: (850)482-9835
Website: http://grs.jcsb.org
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 359
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 171
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11

* 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
Grade 5 106
Grade 6 88
Grade 7 85
Grade 8 80
Gender Ratio