Serving 666 students in grades 7-8, View Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington 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% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: View Ridge Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ridgefield school district, covering approximately 57.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
View Ridge Middle School's student population of 666 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
View Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of View Ridge Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#700 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
15%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Herons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is View Ridge Middle School's ranking?
View Ridge Middle School is ranked #700 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are View Ridge Middle School often compared to?
View Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daybreak Middle School, La Center Middle School, Hockinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend View Ridge Middle School?
666 students attend View Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of View Ridge Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of View Ridge Middle School?
View Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does View Ridge Middle School offer ?
View Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is View Ridge Middle School part of?
View Ridge Middle School is part of Ridgefield School District.
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