Serving 124 students in grades 5-8, River Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: River Ridge Upper Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Patch Grove, WI, encompassing approximately 218.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Ridge Middle School's student population of 124 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
124 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
River Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Ridge Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#944 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
1%
9%
White
89%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Ridge Middle School's ranking?
River Ridge Middle School is ranked #944 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend River Ridge Middle School?
124 students attend River Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of River Ridge Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Ridge Middle School?
River Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Ridge Middle School offer ?
River Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Ridge Middle School part of?
River Ridge Middle School is part of River Ridge School District.
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