Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willow Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willow Ridge Elementary School's student population of 394 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Mascot
Panther
School Rankings
Willow Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Ridge Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2473 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
16%
16%
White
53%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Willow Ridge Elementary School is ranked #2473 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Willow Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Willow Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maplemere Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Willow Ridge Elementary School?
394 students attend Willow Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Willow Ridge Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Ridge Elementary School?
Willow Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Willow Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Willow Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Willow Ridge Elementary School part of?
Willow Ridge Elementary School is part of Sweet Home Central School District.
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