Serving 517 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Ringgold El School South ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ringgold El Sch South serves the southeast part of Monongahela, PA, covering an area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ringgold El School South's student population of 517 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
517 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ringgold El School South ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ringgold El School South is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2189 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ringgold El School South's ranking?
Ringgold El School South is ranked #2189 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ringgold El School South often compared to?
Ringgold El School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Charleroi Area El Center, Borland Manor 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 38% PA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ringgold El School South?
517 students attend Ringgold El School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ringgold El School South students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ringgold El School South?
Ringgold El School South has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ringgold El School South offer ?
Ringgold El School South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ringgold El School South part of?
Ringgold El School South is part of Ringgold School District.
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