Serving 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ridgemoor Park Montessori ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgemoor Park Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ridgemoor Park Montessori's student population of 131 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
131 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Ridgemoor Park Montessori ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgemoor Park Montessori is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2051 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
19%
18%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgemoor Park Montessori's ranking?
Ridgemoor Park Montessori is ranked #2051 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ridgemoor Park Montessori?
131 students attend Ridgemoor Park Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Ridgemoor Park Montessori students are White, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgemoor Park Montessori?
Ridgemoor Park Montessori has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ridgemoor Park Montessori offer ?
Ridgemoor Park Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ridgemoor Park Montessori part of?
Ridgemoor Park Montessori is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Ridgemoor Park Montessori located?
Ridgemoor Park Montessori is located in the Ridgemoor neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.
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