RIVER RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

River Ridge Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the River Ridge CUSD 210 school district, located in Hanover, IL with about 240 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 21 teachers, River Ridge Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

River Ridge Elementary School, located in Hanover, Illinois, serves as a core educational institution for the River Ridge Community Unit School District 210. Situated in a rural setting, the school focuses on providing foundational academic instruction to students in the surrounding Jo Daviess County area. As a community-centered school, it emphasizes a supportive learning environment designed to foster both the social and intellectual development of its elementary-age students, preparing them for the transition to middle and high school levels within the district.

The school is part of a district that prides itself on small class sizes and a close-knit community atmosphere, allowing for more personalized attention between teachers and students. Beyond standard core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science, River Ridge Elementary typically integrates various student activities and district-wide programs that encourage school spirit and local engagement. By maintaining a focus on traditional academic standards while utilizing the resources of a dedicated rural school district, River Ridge Elementary aims to provide a stable, growth-oriented environment for its young learners.

For more information, contact River Ridge Elementary School at (815) 858-9005 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.