Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cedar Ridge Elementary serves the northwest part of Lowgap, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 89.3 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cedar Ridge Elementary School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Ridge Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1115 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1115 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cedar Ridge Elementary School?
348 students attend Cedar Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cedar Ridge Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Ridge Elementary School?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cedar Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School is part of Surry County Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I am very unsatisfied at the behavior I just witnessed trying to pick my child up from a 8pm field trip. As I was stopped with about a four car length from me to the car in front of me because my child was walking to my car she informs me to pull up and lose the gap. I said my son is right there. Guess she had a long day or didn't want to acknowledge me. She again told me to move ahead as she see's my son pass she tells him there you go just get in. Then I said I was just getting my son, she mouthed off something like well good or good for you. It was like talking to a teenager. Very immature attitude for someone that works with kids. Other than that incident the teachers are very nice and respectable to me and my kids.
3 10/10/2025
All the children should be able to speak freely with a counselor without having to worry that they will have to deal with or be punished by angry parents/grandparents when they get home. There are kids that need to talk but are afraid to. Just feel this should be brought to someone's attention that truly cares about the children. Please consider available options for bad home life situations!
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