Serving 584 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ridgeway School ranks in the top 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 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgeway School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ridgeway School's student population of 584 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Ridgeway School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgeway 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
#1846 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
44%
30%
Black
10%
16%
White
36%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgeway School's ranking?
Ridgeway School is ranked #1846 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ridgeway School often compared to?
Ridgeway Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mamaroneck Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Ridgeway School?
584 students attend Ridgeway School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Ridgeway School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgeway School?
Ridgeway School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ridgeway School offer ?
Ridgeway School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ridgeway School part of?
Ridgeway School is part of White Plains City School District.
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