Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ridge Elementary School's student population of 459 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridge Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1508 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)17%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
37%
28%
Black
17%
16%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1508 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Wheatlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ridge Elementary School?
459 students attend Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridge Elementary School?
Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ridge Elementary School part of?
Ridge Elementary School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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