School Overview
Ridgefield High School (RHS), located at 700 North Salem Road in Ridgefield, Connecticut, is a premier public secondary school known for its commitment to academic excellence and a comprehensive student experience. Serving students in grades 9–12, the school is consistently recognized as one of the top-performing institutions in the state. It maintains a rigorous curriculum that balances traditional core subjects with a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors-level electives, and career-focused pathways designed to prepare students for success in higher education and the global workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Ridgefield High School cultivates a vibrant campus culture characterized by strong community involvement and school spirit. The school offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including championship-caliber athletic programs, an award-winning fine and performing arts department, and numerous student-led clubs and organizations. By fostering an environment that encourages both intellectual inquiry and personal growth, RHS aims to develop well-rounded citizens who are equipped to navigate the challenges of the 21st century while remaining deeply engaged in their local and broader communities.
1,474
Total Students
123.8
Full-Time Teachers
11.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
8.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ridgefield High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,154
Hispanic139
Black14
Asian100
Two or More59
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,154 (78.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    139 (9.5 %)
  • Asian
    100 (6.8 %)
  • Two or More
    59 (4.0 %)
  • Black
    14 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Ridgefield School District
Phone: (203)894-5750
Website: http://www.ridgefield.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,474
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 123.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.9
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 96
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 30
Grades Taught
Grade 9 350
Grade 10 381
Grade 11 360
Grade 12 383

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ridgefield High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9350
Grade 10381
Grade 11360
Grade 12383
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ridgefield High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female71848.7%
Male75050.9%
Not Specified60.4%