Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ridgebury Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgebury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ridgebury Elementary School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Rankings
Ridgebury Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgebury Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#27 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
9%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
80%
46%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: German Shepherd
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgebury Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgebury Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Ridgebury Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgebury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barlow Mountain Elementary School, Branchville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Ridgebury Elementary School?
322 students attend Ridgebury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Ridgebury Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgebury Elementary School?
Ridgebury Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ridgebury Elementary School offer ?
Ridgebury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ridgebury Elementary School part of?
Ridgebury Elementary School is part of Ridgefield School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day for K–Grade 9 Students
August 27, 2026 (Thursday)
Last Day of School (Early Dismissal for Students)
June 15, 2027 (Tuesday)
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