For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,843 students in Ridgefield, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 340 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Ridgefield, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Ridgefield, WA are Union Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School and Ridgefield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ridgefield, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Ridgefield have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ridgefield, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
330 N Fifth Ave
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 750-7600
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 750-7600
Gr: K-4 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
South Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
502 Nw 199th Street
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1500
Gr: K-4 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Ridgefield High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2630 S Hillhurst Road
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1320
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1320
Gr: 9-12 | 1,249 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
View Ridge Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3215 S Hillhurst Rd
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1400
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1400
Gr: 7-8 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Sunset Ridge Intermediate School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3215 South Hillhurst Road
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1420
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1420
Gr: 5-6 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #66.
Wisdom Ridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5645 S 11th St Ste A101
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Gr: K-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #77.
Tukes Valley Primary
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
20601 Ne 167th Avenue
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 885-6200
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 885-6200
Gr: PK-4 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
510 Pioneer Street
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-3333
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-3333
Gr: PK | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ridgefield, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Ridgefield, WA include Union Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School and Ridgefield High School.
How many public schools are located in Ridgefield?
8 public schools are located in Ridgefield.
What percentage of students in Ridgefield go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Ridgefield are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ridgefield?
Ridgefield public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Ridgefield are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Ridgefield include: Union Ridge Elementary School vs. South Ridge Elementary School, South Ridge Elementary School vs. Union Ridge Elementary School
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