Ridgeview Global Studies Academy

1000 Dunson Road

School District

Polk
Grade

K-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:18
Type

charter

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on November 06, 2024

Me encanta este colegio la educación es excelente
Submitted by parent on August 09, 2024

I'm really proud to say my son is a Ridgeview student, he had a great improvement in his learning since he join to the school, the enviroment is great, teacher are really passionate, the principal is amazing, kind, he is involve in every activity, thank you to all the staff of this awesome school.
Submitted by parent on June 11, 2023

So far my kids have been in this school for one year, and I love it, the office staff is great, they are always looking to help you, the teachers are excellent, the principal is very good, and always communicate everything . They teach good values, and nice learning experiences. They love global fiesta.
Submitted by parent on January 05, 2023

This is a gem of a schools. Its teachers and principals are some of the best teachers in the state of Florida. This school has such a great caring environment and it true my shows through out all of the other staff members as well. The teachers and staff are also the ones who drive the school busses. I am beyond pleased with Ridgeview global studies academy. My daughter has been a student at this school for four years now. She is very happy there. All of the parents I have spoken to about this school all speak very highly of it as I do.
Submitted by parent on April 11, 2022

El mejor de los colegios, mis hijos se sienten seguros, contentos de pertenecer a esta bella familia Ridgeview Global Studies Academy, siempre estan en pro del estudiante y mejora continua.
Submitted by parent on February 28, 2022

For me, I feel blessed to have my son studying at this school. All committed to quality education, safety, and well-being of children. I love this school and I certainly want my daughter to study there too. Our family loves this school so much. Thank God my son is here.
Submitted by other on February 02, 2021

As others have said this is probably the best school in the area, however that doesn't mean it's a very good school overall, just the best option available. My main issue with our experience is that students that are further ahead of other students are mostly held back until the slower students catch up. I understand the school works hard not to leave anyone behind, and that's fine, however students that excel also need to have a path that allows them to excel and reach their fullest potential. When I was in school there were two classes for each subject, one was basic and the other advanced, I believe that approach is better than mixing the slower kids with the faster kids. On the positive side I would agree that teachers and administrators here do put forth a good effort to have all the kids learn and advance within the constructs available. I also think the discipline here seems to be far far better than the regular public schools. Another downside of this kind of charter school is extracurricular activities, they just don't have the same things available that the more well funded public schools have, however that's an acceptable tradeoff if you value academics foremost.
Submitted by parent on February 24, 2020

Administration is the best around—both the elementary and middle schools. I sent four children to this school and two, Sal and Belize, are still there. As a teacher, myself, I can tell you that you will not find a better Administration than the one at Ridgeview. They are truly leaders. This Administration is welcoming, and treats ALL children as their own. It’s a family setting. You can’t find a better place for your child to be treated fairly.
Submitted by parent on September 30, 2019

There is a reason the waiting list is so long. There is no better school in the county in my opinion. There is certainly no other staff who cares so much about our students and future leaders. Our experience has had some hiccups along the way but the staff and everyone has been so amazing. We have been blessed beyond measure to attend this campus.
Submitted by other on March 15, 2017

Ridgeview is amazing! I could not ask for a better school to send my children to. We are finishing up our fourth year here and I can not say enough good things about it. The teachers and staff all have the children's best interests at heart. They create a loving, safe environment in which the children thrive. The Principal and the administrative staff are always approachable and available any time you need them. I am so thrilled it's a k-8 now so we can enjoy many more years here.
Submitted by parent on September 04, 2016

Ridgeview is a wonderful school! My children love it there and have learned so much. The principal is amazing and runs an organized, loving environment that both the teachers and students thrive in. I am so thankful it is now a K-8 school so we have many more years ahead of us there.
Submitted by parent on May 23, 2016

They are the best of the best, the Principal is a great leader and our Teacher is a outstanding teacher
Submitted by parent on March 08, 2016

Amazing school, brilliant leadership and fantastic caring friendly teachers. Couldn't be happier with it. Exciting future with the middle school being added.
Submitted by other on October 26, 2015

My daughter is in this school, and it's wonderful to see that every day she comes telling me how much fun they teach topics. Teachers have supported a lot. She does not speak English but with them and good classmates, she has improved not only their language but also their self-esteem. Thank you so much. God bless all students and all school administration.
Submitted by parent on September 11, 2014

We are very happy to have found an amazing A school. Mr. Ralph Frier is a great leader, his 47 years in the education field it really does make the difference when it comes to successfully run a great A rated school. I also like that they're keeping the kids active with everyday P.E classes. To me it shoul be a 10 out of 10 best school in the area by far.
Submitted by parent on September 06, 2014

RGSA is a GREAT school teachers and staff are welcoming and helpful .Teacher communication is great . Afterschool pick up is hassle free as long as you have permission to do so. The only improvement this school needs is to become a K-12 school.
Submitted by parent on June 05, 2014

We are so happy to have found this A school. The parents and kids are great, the teachers are fantastic, we are much happier than when we were in Orange county and will be staying for several years. We have completed one year here and have no complaints. The after school program is above the norm. The learning is advanced. The gifted program is well organized. They have PE every day which is extremely important to our family. They have great specials such as advanced music and art also. My only complaint is that I wish they had middle school!
Submitted by parent on July 17, 2013

the school is based on FCAT tests and they dont even teach science in fourth grade. The teachers are average, except few of them, and administration just focus on FCAT to avoid loosing funding. No parent involvement at all and no student recognintion. Just few students are able to participate in extracurricular activities due bias with other students. I do not reccomend this school at all. In my opinion it is an average school. The parents that states is excellent, they don't have an idea what means excellence.
Submitted by parent on April 01, 2013

A little know fact, Mr. Ed Bowling, 5th Grade Teacher at this school is the cousin of Country Music Entertainers. The Judds, composed of Naomi Judd and her daughter, Wynonna Judd. Signed to RCA Records in 1983, the duo released six studio albums between then and 1991. One of the most successful acts in country music history, The Judds won five Grammy Awards for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal, and eight Country Music Association awards. The duo also charted twenty-five singles on the country music charts between 1983 and 2000, fourteen of which went to Number One and six more of which made Top Ten on the same chart. Mr. Bowling is an outstanding teacher, well liked and has sucessfully lead his 5th grade clases to the highest FCAT scores at Ricdeview Global Studies Academy
Submitted by parent on September 13, 2012

What a wonderful extention of your family. Everything about Ridgeview Global has been a wonderful adventure for me and my family. I have two children attending there and my youngest was so well know by all the teachers before she even started. At the start of every school year my kids are excited to see with will happen. They LOVE going to school.My only wish is that they had a middle school. Mr. Frier is an amazing person and it shows in all his teachers and students. Thank you Mr. Frier.