Serving 548 students in grades 6-8, Scotts Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Scotts Ridge Middle School serves the northwest part of Ridgefield, CT, covering an area of approximately 17 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scotts Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Scotts Ridge Middle School's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
548 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Scotts Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scotts Ridge Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#126 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
79%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scotts Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Scotts Ridge Middle School is ranked #126 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Scotts Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Scotts Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Scotts Ridge Middle School?
548 students attend Scotts Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Scotts Ridge Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scotts Ridge Middle School?
Scotts Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Scotts Ridge Middle School offer ?
Scotts Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Scotts Ridge Middle School part of?
Scotts Ridge Middle School is part of Ridgefield School District.
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