For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,653 students in Ridgefield, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 353 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Ridgefield, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Ridgefield, WA are Union Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School and Ridgefield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ridgefield, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Ridgefield have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ridgefield, WA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
330 N Fifth Ave
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 750-7600
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 750-7600
Grades: K-4
| 712 students
Rank: #22.
South Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
502 Nw 199th Street
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1500
Grades: K-4
| 746 students
Rank: #33.
Ridgefield High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2630 S Hillhurst Road
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1320
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1320
Grades: 9-12
| 1,204 students
Rank: #44.
View Ridge Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3215 S Hillhurst Rd
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1400
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1400
Grades: 7-8
| 627 students
Rank: #55.
Wisdom Ridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5645 S 11th St Ste A101
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Grades: K-12
| 132 students
Rank: #66.
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3215 South Hillhurst Road
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1420
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1420
Grades: 5-6
| 619 students
Rank: #77.
Tukes Valley Primary
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20601 Ne 167th Avenue
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 885-6200
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 885-6200
Grades: PK-4
| 535 students
Rank: n/an/a
510 Pioneer Street
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-3333
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-3333
Grades: PK
| 78 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ridgefield, WA?
The top ranked public schools in Ridgefield, WA include Union Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School and Ridgefield High School.
How many public schools are located in Ridgefield?
8 public schools are located in Ridgefield.
What percentage of students in Ridgefield go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Ridgefield are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ridgefield?
Ridgefield public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Ridgefield are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Ridgefield include: Union Ridge Elementary School vs. South Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School vs. Union Ridge Elementary School
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