Serving 703 students in grades 6-8, Ridgewood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridgewood Middle School's student population of 703 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridgewood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgewood Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1202 out of 1237 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
88%
42%
White
6%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgewood Middle School's ranking?
Ridgewood Middle School is ranked #1202 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Ridgewood Middle School often compared to?
Ridgewood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caddo Middle Career And Technology School, Broadmoor Middle Laboratory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
How many students attend Ridgewood Middle School?
703 students attend Ridgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ridgewood Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgewood Middle School?
Ridgewood Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ridgewood Middle School offer ?
Ridgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ridgewood Middle School part of?
Ridgewood Middle School is part of Caddo Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 5/2/2015
Dear Sir,
I just wanted to learn from if you also allow to have partnership with your school with other groups of youth.
Regards
Siyani
5 8/17/2011
Academically the school is average.
Teacher and administration: (Excellent)
Activities: Biotechnology, Advanced robotics, Art I, Art II, Football, Basketball, Track and Field, Choir, Band, Orchestra, Spanish, Computer lit., Journalism
Awards: City champions in football, basketball, and track
Facilities: (Above Average) Smart Boards in all classrooms, Computers in all classrooms, Clickers
Parent involvement: (Low)
Excellent School.... As a teacher I would personally send my own child to this school...
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