Serving 701 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ridgeway Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridgeway Elementary School's student population of 701 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, Positively Impacting Learning and Life
School Rankings
Ridgeway Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgeway Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1379 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
79%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgeway Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgeway Elementary School is ranked #1379 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Ridgeway Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgeway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ridgeway Elementary School?
701 students attend Ridgeway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Ridgeway Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgeway Elementary School?
Ridgeway Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ridgeway Elementary School offer ?
Ridgeway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ridgeway Elementary School part of?
Ridgeway Elementary School is part of Hamilton City School District.
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