Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cedar Ridge Elementary serves the southeast part of Dalton, GA, covering an area of approximately 14 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Cedar Ridge Elementary School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Ridge Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1045 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
59%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Black
1%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
35%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1045 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Cedar Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cedar Ridge Elementary School?
399 students attend Cedar Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Cedar Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
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 Whitfield County School District.
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