Best Schools in Ridge, Maryland
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Ridge Elementary
Elementary · St. Mary's County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$392,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$392,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ridge
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridge Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $81,125
- Median home value
- $392,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Ridge compares
Median household income
$81k
73% of Maryland median
About Schools in Ridge, Maryland
Ridge, Maryland is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Ridge show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ridge is Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ridge is served by 1 school district: St. Mary's County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 17,223 students.
Ridge's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,125. The poverty rate in the area is 13.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 213 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
Schools in Ridge
Ridge, Maryland · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$81,125
Median Home Value
$392,400
Population
702
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Community Profile
Ridge has a median household income of $81,125. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $392,400. The area has a poverty rate of 13.5%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Ridge, Maryland
How many schools are in Ridge, Maryland?
Ridge has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ridge, Maryland?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ridge is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ridge, Maryland?
The top-ranked school in Ridge on MySchoolScout is Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ridge, Maryland?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ridge on MySchoolScout is Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Ridge, Maryland?
Ridge is served by 1 school district: St. Mary's County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Ridge, Maryland?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Ridge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ridge, Maryland?
The median household income in Ridge is approximately $81,125 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ridge, Maryland?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ridge is 14.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ridge, Maryland?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Maryland Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.