Needs Improvement
#8889 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ridgeview Elementary
Elementary School · Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified
11021 Sunnyside Dr., Yucaipa, CA 92399
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,889 of 9,539
In Yucaipa
#11 of 13
public schools
In district
#11 of 13
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified
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Ridgeview Elementary
Elementary School in Yucaipa · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ridgeview Elementary
Ridgeview Elementary is a public elementary school in Yucaipa, CA, part of Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified. Ridgeview Elementary serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgeview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,889 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ridgeview Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ridgeview Elementary runs 25.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Ridgeview Elementary 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
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Ridgeview Elementary — Students at Ridgeview Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How Ridgeview Elementary Compares
See how Ridgeview Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11021 Sunnyside Dr., Yucaipa, CA 92399
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridgeview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Inland Leaders Charter (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Competitive Edge Charter Academy (CECA) (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTY'S MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Calimesa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yucaipa, see our Yucaipa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Park View Middle Yucaipa | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Competitive Edge Charter Academy (CECA) Yucaipa | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Inland Leaders Charter Yucaipa | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Oak View High School & Education Center Yucaipa | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Chapman Heights Elementary Yucaipa | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Valley Elementary Yucaipa | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Calimesa Elementary Yucaipa | 3.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Green Valley High Yucaipa | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Green Valley Independent Study Yucaipa | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Wildwood Elementary Yucaipa | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Yucaipa High Yucaipa | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Dunlap Elementary Yucaipa | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Mesa View Middle Calimesa | 4.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Monty's Montessori Academy Calimesa | 4.9 mi | — |
| MONTY'S MONTESSORI ACADEMY Calimesa | 5.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Mentone Elementary Mentone | 4.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ORANGE GROVE ACADEMY Mentone | 4.9 mi | — |
| Summerwind Trails Beaumont | 5.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Redlands East Valley High Redlands | 5.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Mentone SDA School Mentone | 5.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92399 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,718
Median Home Value
$472,400
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
55,029
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
37.1
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| Bella Vista Elementary Desert Hot Springs, CA | 3.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridgeview Elementary
What grades does Ridgeview Elementary serve?
Ridgeview Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ridgeview Elementary?
Ridgeview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgeview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridgeview Elementary is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridgeview Elementary rank in CA?
Ridgeview Elementary ranks #8,889 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ridgeview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridgeview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Ridgeview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgeview Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ridgeview Elementary a charter school?
No, Ridgeview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridgeview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ridgeview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridgeview Elementary?
67.0% of students at Ridgeview Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 560
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (909) 790-3270
Resources & Links
District
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,529
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,370
- District Rank
- #11 of 13
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