Serving 712 students in grades 6-9, Ridgetop Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgetop Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ridgetop Middle School's student population of 712 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridgetop Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgetop Middle School is 0.65, 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
#674 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)57%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
9%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
54%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
18%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(13-14)<50%
80%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgetop Middle School's ranking?
Ridgetop Middle School is ranked #674 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Ridgetop Middle School often compared to?
Ridgetop Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Kitsap Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ridgetop Middle School?
The graduation rate of Ridgetop Middle School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 80%.
How many students attend Ridgetop Middle School?
712 students attend Ridgetop Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ridgetop Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgetop Middle School?
Ridgetop Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ridgetop Middle School offer ?
Ridgetop Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Ridgetop Middle School part of?
Ridgetop Middle School is part of Central Kitsap School District.
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