Serving 515 students in grades 4-6, Cedar Ridge Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Ridge Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cedar Ridge Intermediate's student population of 515 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cedar Ridge Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Ridge Intermediate is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#640 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
23%
9%
Black
4%
15%
White
62%
67%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Ridge Intermediate's ranking?
Cedar Ridge Intermediate is ranked #640 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Cedar Ridge Intermediate often compared to?
Cedar Ridge Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Buchanan Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Cedar Ridge Intermediate?
515 students attend Cedar Ridge Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cedar Ridge Intermediate students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Ridge Intermediate?
Cedar Ridge Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cedar Ridge Intermediate offer ?
Cedar Ridge Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Ridge Intermediate part of?
Cedar Ridge Intermediate is part of Branson R-IV School District.
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