Skip to main content
5.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Ridge, New York

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.7/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$86,134

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$402,600

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
31%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
36 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
89%

Of occupied housing units

How Ridge compares

Median household income

$86k

92% of New York median

About Schools in Ridge, New York

Ridge, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Ridge show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Ridge is Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Ridge is served by 1 school district: LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 8,949 students.

Ridge's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $86,134. The poverty rate in the area is 3.7%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (1) Elementary (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (1) Public (1)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (1) Academics (1) Growth (1) Diversity (1) Resources (1)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
703 students · Kindergarten–4th 		5.7

Schools in Ridge

Ridge, New York · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$86,134

Median Home Value

$402,600

Median Rent

$1,984/mo

Population

12,436

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

89%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Community Profile

Ridge has a median household income of $86,134. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $402,600, with a median rent of $1,984/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
1
Elementary
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
5.7/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Ridge schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Ridge 📊 Niche Ridge Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School District

LONGWOOD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

7 schools · 8,949 students

Nearby Cities

Shoreham (3 schools)
3 mi
Middle Island (4 schools)
3 mi
Rocky Point (4 schools)
3 mi
Yaphank (1 school)
5 mi
Wading River (2 schools)
5 mi
Coram (1 school)
5 mi
Manorville (3 schools)
6 mi
Miller Place (4 schools)
6 mi
Moriches (2 schools)
8 mi
Shirley (4 schools)
9 mi
Mount Sinai (3 schools)
7 mi
Brookhaven (2 schools)
9 mi
Medford (4 schools)
8 mi
Mastic Beach (3 schools)
9 mi
Farmingville (2 schools)
8 mi

Other Major Cities in New York

Top metros statewide by school count.

Brooklyn 764 schools Bronx 513 schools New York 481 schools Rochester 147 schools Staten Island 113 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Ridge, New York

How many schools are in Ridge, New York?

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, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ridge is 5.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Ridge, New York?

The top-ranked school in Ridge on MySchoolScout is Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Ridge, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Ridge on MySchoolScout is Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

How many school districts serve Ridge, New York?

Ridge is served by 1 school district: Longwood Central School District.

What is the education level in Ridge, New York?

According to Census data, 31% of adults in Ridge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Ridge, New York?

The median household income in Ridge is approximately $86,134 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Ridge, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ridge is 11.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ridge, New York?

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.

Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.