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#767 of 1,036 schools in AR

Ridge Road Elementary School

Elementary School · NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT

4601 RIDGE RD, North Little Rock, AR 72116

Enrollment

534

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arkansas schools

#767 of 1,036

In North Little Rock

#8 of 21

public schools

In district

#5 of 14

NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Ridge Road Elementary School

5.3/10

Elementary School in North Little Rock · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ridge Road Elementary School

Ridge Road Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Little Rock, AR, part of NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ridge Road Elementary School serves approximately 534 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridge Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #767 of 1,036 schools in AR.

Structured state assessment records for Ridge Road Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • AR avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Ridge Road Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

35% of students at Ridge Road Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.2% (2025 ATLAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.8% (2025 ATLAS)
Math vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 ATLAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 ATLAS)
vs. Expected-5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,919
Chronic Absenteeism34.6%

Ridge Road Elementary School — Students at Ridge Road Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.1% (2025 ATLAS)
ELA Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.3% (2025 ATLAS)

Based on 37 test records from AR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
6%
ELA
11%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
18%
2025
Math
17.2%
ELA
18.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Ridge Road Elementary School Compares

See how Ridge Road Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
26th percentile in AR
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4601 RIDGE RD, North Little Rock, AR 72116

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ridge Road Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH LITTLE ROCK CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Little Rock, see our North Little Rock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
LEVY CHRISTIAN KINDERGARTEN North Little Rock 0.5 mi
PREMIER HIGH SCHOOL OF NORTH LITTLE ROCK North Little Rock 1.2 mi 5.0
LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 1.1 mi 7.1
NORTH LITTLE ROCK HIGH SCHOOL North Little Rock 1.4 mi 4.9
NORTH LITTLE ROCK CENTER OF EXCELLENCE North Little Rock 1.4 mi 7.2
CALVARY ACADEMY North Little Rock 1.4 mi 5.1
CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 1.3 mi 8.3
CENTRAL ARKANSAS MONTESSORI INC. North Little Rock 1.9 mi
NORTH LITTLE ROCK CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Little Rock 2.1 mi 7.6
CSTP CIVILIAN STUDENT TRAINING PROGRAM North Little Rock 2.1 mi
AMBOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 1.9 mi 3.4
INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 2.1 mi 5.2
NORTH LITTLE ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL 6TH GRADE CAMPUS North Little Rock 2.0 mi 6.4
NORTH LITTLE ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL North Little Rock 2.0 mi 3.7
BOONE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Little Rock 2.3 mi 3.9
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL North Little Rock 2.3 mi 6.1
SEVENTH STREET ELEM. SCHOOL North Little Rock 2.6 mi 1.9
ARKANSAS VIRTUAL ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL North Little Rock 2.5 mi 5.1
PIKE VIEW EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER North Little Rock 3.2 mi 4.1
ESTEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Little Rock 3.5 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 72116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,490

Median Home Value

$218,700

Median Rent

$1,058/mo

Population

21,090

College Educated

42.4%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ridge Road Elementary School

What grades does Ridge Road Elementary School serve?

Ridge Road Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Ridge Road Elementary School?

Ridge Road Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 534 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridge Road Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ridge Road Elementary School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ridge Road Elementary School rank in AR?

Ridge Road Elementary School ranks #767 of 1,036 schools in AR.

What is Ridge Road Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ridge Road Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ridge Road Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridge Road Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ridge Road Elementary School a charter school?

No, Ridge Road Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ridge Road Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ridge Road Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridge Road Elementary School?

100.0% of students at Ridge Road Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
534
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Pulaski County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.6%

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