RIDGEWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ridgeway Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Manchester Township School District school district, located in MANCHESTER, NJ with about 431 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 48 teachers, Ridgeway Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Ridgeway Elementary School, located in Manchester, New Jersey, is part of the Manchester Township School District. Serving students in the early stages of their academic journey, the school is known for fostering a supportive community atmosphere where educators focus on building a strong foundational knowledge in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science. The school emphasizes not only academic achievement but also the social and emotional development of its students, aiming to create a safe and inclusive environment that encourages curiosity and personal growth.

In addition to its standard curriculum, Ridgeway Elementary typically offers various programs and extracurricular activities designed to engage young learners and help them develop well-rounded interests. By promoting a partnership between home and school, the institution seeks to ensure that families are actively involved in the educational process. The school’s location on Ridgeway Road reflects its role as a neighborhood hub, dedicated to preparing its students for success as they transition into the upper elementary grades within the broader district framework.

For more information, contact Ridgeway Elementary School at (732) 323-0800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2861 RIDGEWAY RD
MANCHESTER, NJ 08759
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RIDGEWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MANCHESTER, NJ with about 431 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
431
Teachers:
48.2
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
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
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 431 students

White
63.8%
Hispanic/Latino
20.2%
Black or African American
8.1%
Two or more races
4.6%
Asian
3.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
43.9%
Male
56.1%

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.