Serving 1,284 students in grades 9-12, Ridgeland High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ridgeland High School serves the northwest part of Rossville, GA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 130.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 27.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridgeland High School's student population of 1,284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,284 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Motto
Unleash the Power
School Rankings
Ridgeland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgeland High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1600 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgeland High School's ranking?
Ridgeland High School is ranked #1600 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ridgeland High School often compared to?
Ridgeland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gordon Lee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ridgeland High School?
The graduation rate of Ridgeland High School is 92%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Ridgeland High School?
1,284 students attend Ridgeland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ridgeland High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgeland High School?
Ridgeland High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ridgeland High School offer ?
Ridgeland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ridgeland High School part of?
Ridgeland High School is part of Walker County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I have grandchildren that attend this school and participate in sports. My grandson has had things stolen from him three times, the level of bullying is ungodly, and the good kids don't want to go to shcool there because of the crap they have to take from the trash that is allowed to attend there. Try harder to catch a thief and do something about the bullies, would you? I have given too much money to programs at that school for my grandchildren to be afraid to go to school or just not want to go because of the way other people are acting. There are drugs in the school and heads turn if you are a sport star. People are talking but never do anything. These are our kids, people, do something please.
5 10/10/2025
ITS A GOOD SCHOOL, THEY MESSED UP MY CLASSES AND WOULDNT CHANGE THEM WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO HAVE THEM CHANGED. BUT THE TEACHERS ARE GREAT!
5 10/10/2025
This is a great school with great programs. The teachers and staff obviously care about the students and want them to succeed IN SPITE of the superintendent who just wants higher graduation rates.
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