RIDGEWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL

Ridgewood Avenue School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Glen Ridge Public School District school district, located in GLEN RIDGE, NJ with about 594 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 6th 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 40 teachers, Ridgewood Avenue School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Ridgewood Avenue School, located at 235 Ridgewood Avenue in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, is a highly regarded public school typically serving students in grades 3 through 6. As part of the Glen Ridge Public Schools district, the institution is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, small-town community values, and a comprehensive educational program that balances core curriculum subjects with enrichment activities. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive, nurturing environment that encourages both intellectual growth and character development, often leveraging the collaborative spirit of the Glen Ridge community to enhance the student experience.

Beyond academics, Ridgewood Avenue School is noted for its commitment to developing the "whole child" through a variety of extracurricular programs, including arts, music, and physical education. The school benefits from a highly engaged parent-teacher association and a teaching staff dedicated to innovative instructional practices. By maintaining a focus on personalized learning and social-emotional well-being, the school prepares its students for the transition to middle school while upholding the high performance standards historically associated with the Glen Ridge school district.

For more information, contact Ridgewood Avenue School at (973) 429-8306 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.