For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 427 students in Ridgely, MD.
The top ranked public elementary school in Ridgely, MD is Ridgely Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ridgely, MD public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ridgely have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools in Ridgely, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ridgely Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
118 N Central Ave
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-3243
Ridgely, MD 21660
(410) 479-3243
Grades: PK-5
| 427 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Ridgely, MD?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Ridgely, MD include Ridgely Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ridgely?
1 public elementary schools are located in Ridgely.
What is the racial composition of students in Ridgely?
Ridgely public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public elementary schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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