Serving 107 students in grades 6-8, Ridgeview Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ridgeview Jr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 198.2 square miles in Colfax, IL. Families typically have a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 8.9 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 13.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridgeview Jr High School's student population of 107 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
107 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Ridgeview Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgeview Jr High School is 0.28, 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
#3087 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
2%
Showing 2005–2015. View full 14-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 Ridgeview Jr High School's ranking?
Ridgeview Jr High School is ranked #3087 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ridgeview Jr High School?
107 students attend Ridgeview Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ridgeview Jr High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgeview Jr High School?
Ridgeview Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ridgeview Jr High School offer ?
Ridgeview Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ridgeview Jr High School part of?
Ridgeview Jr High School is part of Ridgeview CUSD 19 School District.
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