Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Ridge Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridge Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ridge Ranch Elementary School's student population of 365 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridge Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridge Ranch Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#489 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
37%
10%
Hispanic
13%
32%
Black
2%
15%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridge Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Ridge Ranch Elementary School is ranked #489 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Ridge Ranch Elementary School?
365 students attend Ridge Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Ridge Ranch Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridge Ranch Elementary School?
Ridge Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ridge Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Ridge Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Ridge Ranch Elementary School part of?
Ridge Ranch Elementary School is part of Paramus Public School District.
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