RIDGEBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ridgebury Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Ridgefield School District school district, located in Ridgefield, CT with about 338 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 26 teachers, Ridgebury Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Ridgebury Elementary School, located in Ridgefield, Connecticut, is a public primary school serving students in grades K–5. As part of the Ridgefield Public School District, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is known for its focus on providing a supportive, child-centered learning environment. The curriculum emphasizes a balanced approach to academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of critical thinking skills, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the transition to middle school.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Ridgebury is recognized for fostering a strong sense of community through active parental involvement and a variety of enrichment programs. The school prides itself on maintaining a positive school culture where students are encouraged to be responsible citizens and life-long learners. By utilizing the resources of the Ridgefield district, the school integrates modern technology and diverse instructional strategies to meet the individual needs of its student body, consistently striving to maintain the high educational standards associated with the surrounding community.

For more information, contact Ridgebury Elementary School at (203) 894-5875 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

112 Bennett's Farm Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877-1511
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RIDGEBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Ridgefield, CT with about 338 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
338
Teachers:
26.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 338 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending RIDGEBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.

White
80.8%
Hispanic/Latino
8.3%
Asian
6.8%
Two or more races
3.3%
Black or African American
0.9%

Female
45.6%
Male
54.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.