Serving 499 students in grades 6-8, East Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
East Ridge Middle School's student population of 499 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Ridge Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 940 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
1%
13%
White
76%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Ridge Middle School's ranking?
East Ridge Middle School is ranked #103 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are East Ridge Middle School often compared to?
East Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scotts Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend East Ridge Middle School?
499 students attend East Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of East Ridge Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Ridge Middle School?
East Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Ridge Middle School offer ?
East Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Ridge Middle School part of?
East Ridge Middle School is part of Ridgefield School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School - Early Dismissal for Students
June 14, 2024 (Friday)
First Day for Kindergarten through Grade 9 Students
August 27, 2024 (Tuesday)
First Day for Grade 10 through 12 Students
August 28, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
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