Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Ridge Elementary School's student population of 339 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Motto
Every Owl Every Day
School Mascot
Owl
School Rankings
West Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ridge Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
11%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
75%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Owl
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
West Ridge Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are West Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
West Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard C. Johnson Elementary School, East Brook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend West Ridge Elementary School?
339 students attend West Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of West Ridge Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Ridge Elementary School?
West Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Ridge Elementary School offer ?
West Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Ridge Elementary School part of?
West Ridge Elementary School is part of Park Ridge School District.
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