Serving 433 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ridgeview Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ridgeview Elementary School serves the southern part of Peoria, IL, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgeview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ridgeview Elementary School's student population of 433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ridgeview Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgeview Elementary School is 0.66, which is less 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
#419 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
18%
6%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
15%
16%
White
53%
45%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Green
School Mascot
Fox
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgeview Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgeview Elementary School is ranked #419 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Ridgeview Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgeview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Grove Elementary School, Wilder-waite Grade School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ridgeview Elementary School?
433 students attend Ridgeview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ridgeview Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgeview Elementary School?
Ridgeview Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ridgeview Elementary School offer ?
Ridgeview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ridgeview Elementary School part of?
Ridgeview Elementary School is part of Dunlap CUSD 323 School District.
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