Best Schools in Ridgely, Tennessee
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Lara Kendall Elementary
Middle · Lake County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$80,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$80,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ridgely
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 | Lara Kendall Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $33,750
- Median home value
- $80,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 41%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ridgely compares
Median household income
$34k
52% of Tennessee median
About Schools in Ridgely, Tennessee
Ridgely, Tennessee is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Ridgely 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 Ridgely is Lara Kendall Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ridgely is served by 1 school district: Lake County. These districts collectively serve 730 students.
Ridgely's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $33,750. The poverty rate in the area is 29.4%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 335 students · 3rd–8th | 6.5 |
Schools in Ridgely
Ridgely, Tennessee · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$33,750
Median Home Value
$80,200
Median Rent
$613/mo
Population
2,492
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
41%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Community Profile
Ridgely has a median household income of $33,750. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $80,200, with a median rent of $613/month. The area has a poverty rate of 29.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Ridgely, Tennessee
How many schools are in Ridgely, Tennessee?
Ridgely has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ridgely, Tennessee?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ridgely is 6.5 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 Ridgely, Tennessee?
The top-ranked school in Ridgely on MySchoolScout is Lara Kendall Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Ridgely, Tennessee?
The top-ranked middle school in Ridgely on MySchoolScout is Lara Kendall Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Ridgely, Tennessee?
Ridgely is served by 1 school district: Lake County.
What is the education level in Ridgely, Tennessee?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Ridgely have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ridgely, Tennessee?
The median household income in Ridgely is approximately $33,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ridgely, Tennessee?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ridgely is 9.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ridgely, Tennessee?
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, Tennessee Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.