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South Ridge Elementary School

502 Nw 199th Street
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 746 students in grades Kindergarten-4, South Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 62% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 746 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20% in WA
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:

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Attribute

School Overview

South Ridge Elementary School's student population of 746 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It's never too late to have a good day!

School Rankings

South Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Ridge Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#323 out of 2088 schools
(Top 20%)
62%
41%
67%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
South Ridge Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are South Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
South Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend South Ridge Elementary School?
746 students attend South Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of South Ridge Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Ridge Elementary School?
South Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does South Ridge Elementary School offer ?
South Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Ridge Elementary School part of?
South Ridge Elementary School is part of Ridgefield School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 746 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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