Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ridge Wood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridge Wood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ridge Wood Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Mascot
Rockets
School Rankings
Ridge Wood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridge Wood Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#297 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rockets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridge Wood Elementary School's ranking?
Ridge Wood Elementary School is ranked #297 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ridge Wood Elementary School often compared to?
Ridge Wood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rooseveltmcgrath Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ridge Wood Elementary School?
428 students attend Ridge Wood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ridge Wood Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridge Wood Elementary School?
Ridge Wood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ridge Wood Elementary School offer ?
Ridge Wood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ridge Wood Elementary School part of?
Ridge Wood Elementary School is part of Northville School District.
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