RIDGE CREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ridge Crest Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Moreno Valley Unified school district, located in Moreno Valley, CA with about 592 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Ridge Crest Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ridge Crest Elementary School, located in Moreno Valley, California, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Moreno Valley Unified School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. By focusing on core curriculum standards while integrating modern educational tools, Ridge Crest strives to prepare its diverse student body for future success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and character development. The faculty and staff prioritize the social-emotional growth of their students, aiming to create a safe, respectful, and collaborative campus culture. With a variety of resources available through the district, Ridge Crest Elementary remains dedicated to closing achievement gaps and ensuring that every child has access to the personalized instruction and extracurricular opportunities necessary to thrive in an evolving educational landscape.

For more information, contact Ridge Crest Elementary at (951) 571-4640 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.