Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ridge Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridge Central Elementary School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Leaders in Learning!
School Rankings
Ridge Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridge Central Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2392 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
11%
16%
White
44%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridge Central Elementary School's ranking?
Ridge Central Elementary School is ranked #2392 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ridge Central Elementary School?
508 students attend Ridge Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Ridge Central Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridge Central Elementary School?
Ridge Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ridge Central Elementary School offer ?
Ridge Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ridge Central Elementary School part of?
Ridge Central Elementary School is part of Chicago Ridge SD 127-5 School District.
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