Serving 755 students in grades 3-5, Little Ridge Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Ridge Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Little Ridge Intermediate School's student population of 755 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Ridge Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Ridge Intermediate School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
40%
11%
Black
3%
32%
White
52%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Ridge Intermediate School's ranking?
Little Ridge Intermediate School is ranked #304 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Little Ridge Intermediate School?
755 students attend Little Ridge Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Little Ridge Intermediate School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Ridge Intermediate School?
Little Ridge Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Little Ridge Intermediate School offer ?
Little Ridge Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Little Ridge Intermediate School part of?
Little Ridge Intermediate School is part of Fort Payne City School District.
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