RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ridge Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ridgewood Public School District school district, located in RIDGEWOOD, NJ with about 442 students offering grade levels from 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 32 teachers, Ridge 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.

Ridge Elementary School, located at 325 West Ridgewood Avenue in Ridgewood, New Jersey, is a highly regarded public primary school serving students in grades K-5. Situated in the heart of a community known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, the school is part of the Ridgewood Public Schools district. It is widely recognized for fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that prioritizes both rigorous intellectual development and the social-emotional well-being of its students.

The school is characterized by a dedicated faculty, a robust parent-teacher association, and a curriculum that balances core academics with enrichment opportunities in the arts and sciences. Beyond its classroom achievements, Ridge Elementary is noted for its strong sense of community and school spirit, often serving as a central hub for neighborhood engagement. With its historic charm and commitment to preparing students for future success, the school remains a cornerstone of the Ridgewood educational experience.

For more information, contact Ridge Elementary School at (201) 670-2740 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

325 WEST RIDGEWOOD AVE
RIDGEWOOD, NJ 07450-3624
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RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RIDGEWOOD, NJ with about 442 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
442
Teachers:
32.18
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance 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 442 students

White
66.5%
Asian
14.5%
Two or more races
10.4%
Hispanic/Latino
7.5%
Black or African American
1.1%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

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.