Serving 745 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ridgeland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgeland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ridgeland Elementary School's student population of 745 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Mascot
Jaguar
School Rankings
Ridgeland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgeland Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1017 out of 1118 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
48%
14%
Black
41%
31%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgeland Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgeland Elementary School is ranked #1017 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Ridgeland Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgeland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hardeeville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Ridgeland Elementary School?
745 students attend Ridgeland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ridgeland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgeland Elementary School?
Ridgeland Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ridgeland Elementary School offer ?
Ridgeland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ridgeland Elementary School part of?
Ridgeland Elementary School is part of Jasper 01 School District.
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