Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ridgedale Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ridgedale Elementary School serves the southeast part of Morgantown, WV, covering an area of approximately 42.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive time of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgedale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ridgedale Elementary School's student population of 536 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
536 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ridgedale Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgedale Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgedale Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgedale Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Ridgedale Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgedale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Ridgedale Elementary School?
536 students attend Ridgedale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ridgedale Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgedale Elementary School?
Ridgedale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ridgedale Elementary School offer ?
Ridgedale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ridgedale Elementary School part of?
Ridgedale Elementary School is part of Monongalia County Schools.
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