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#4285 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
Based on limited data
Ridgewood Elementary
Elementary School · Cutten Elementary
2060 Ridgewood Dr., Eureka, CA 95503
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 23 schools in Eureka. Learn more
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,285 of 9,539
In Eureka
#12 of 24
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Cutten Elementary
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Ridgewood Elementary
Elementary School in Eureka · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ridgewood Elementary
Ridgewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Eureka, CA, part of Cutten Elementary. Ridgewood Elementary serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,285 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ridgewood Elementary Compares
See how Ridgewood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2060 Ridgewood Dr., Eureka, CA 95503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridgewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Bay Charter (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pine Hill Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cutten Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Eureka, see our Eureka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Northern United - Humboldt Charter Eureka | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Winship Middle Eureka | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Cutten Elementary Eureka | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Glen Paul Eureka | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Grant Elementary Eureka | 2.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Pine Hill Elementary Eureka | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Washington Elementary Eureka | 3.2 mi | 3.5 |
| GOSPEL OUTREACH SCHOOL Eureka | 3.5 mi | — |
| Alice Birney Elementary Eureka | 3.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Zoe Barnum High Eureka | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| St. Bernard's Academy Eureka | 3.7 mi | — |
| ST BERNARD'S ACADEMY Eureka | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Pacific View Charter 2.0 Eureka | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Humboldt County Office of Education Juvenile Hall Court Eureka | 3.9 mi | — |
| Catherine L. Zane Middle Eureka | 3.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Academy of the Redwoods Fortuna | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Eureka Senior High Eureka | 4.0 mi | 5.3 |
| REDWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Eureka | 4.0 mi | 3.6 |
| South Bay Elementary Eureka | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| South Bay Charter Eureka | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,708
Median Home Value
$411,500
Median Rent
$1,485/mo
Population
24,442
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
16.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
44.1
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| ANNELIESE SCHOOLS, INC. Laguna Beach, CA | 6.6 |
| Adams Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.6 |
| Aldama Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| Angeles Mesa Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| BELMONT OAKS ACADEMY Belmont, CA | 6.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridgewood Elementary
What grades does Ridgewood Elementary serve?
Ridgewood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Ridgewood Elementary?
Ridgewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgewood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridgewood Elementary is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridgewood Elementary rank in CA?
Ridgewood Elementary ranks #4,285 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ridgewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridgewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ridgewood Elementary a charter school?
No, Ridgewood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridgewood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ridgewood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridgewood Elementary?
51.4% of students at Ridgewood 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Humboldt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.6%
- Phone
- (707) 441-3930
Resources & Links
District
Cutten Elementary- District Enrollment
- 561
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,254
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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