Serving 775 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ridgeland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ridgeland Elementary serves the northern part of Ridgeland, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 436.2 square miles. Families can generally expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 17.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridgeland Elementary School's student population of 775 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
775 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ridgeland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgeland Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1017 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
53%
15%
Black
36%
31%
White
8%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)51.6%
27.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jaguar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgeland Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgeland Elementary School is ranked #1017 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ridgeland Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgeland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hardeeville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ridgeland Elementary School?
775 students attend Ridgeland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ridgeland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgeland Elementary School?
Ridgeland Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ridgeland Elementary School offer ?
Ridgeland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ridgeland Elementary School part of?
Ridgeland Elementary School is part of Jasper 01 School District.
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