Ridgefield High School
1,474 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,154 |
| Hispanic | 139 |
| Black | 14 |
| Asian | 100 |
| Two or More | 59 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White1,154 (78.6 %)
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Hispanic139 (9.5 %)
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Asian100 (6.8 %)
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Two or More59 (4.0 %)
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Black14 (1.0 %)
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American Indian1 (0.1 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 350 |
| Grade 10 | 381 |
| Grade 11 | 360 |
| Grade 12 | 383 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 718 | 48.7% |
| Male | 750 | 50.9% |
| Not Specified | 6 | 0.4% |
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