Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ridge Elementary School serves the southwest part of Plainfield, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridge Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridge Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1408 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
17%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
35%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1408 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Wheatlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ridge Elementary School?
481 students attend Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridge Elementary School?
Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ridge Elementary School part of?
Ridge Elementary School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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