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#98 of 990 schools in CT

Top 10% in state

Ridgebury Elementary School

Elementary School · Ridgefield School District

112 Bennett's Farm Rd., Ridgefield, CT 06877

Enrollment

351

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#98 of 990

In Ridgefield

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Ridgefield School District

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Ridgebury Elementary School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Ridgefield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Barlow Mountain Elementary School

9.0/10

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9.3/10

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About Ridgebury Elementary School

Ridgebury Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ridgefield, CT, part of Ridgefield School District. Ridgebury Elementary School serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgebury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #98 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Ridgebury Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)75% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,082
Chronic Absenteeism8%

Ridgebury Elementary School — Students at Ridgebury Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 75%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 87.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
98%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
87%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Ridgebury Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
90th percentile in CT
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

Location

112 Bennett's Farm Rd., Ridgefield, CT 06877

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ridgebury Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Farmingville Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Scotland Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Veterans Park Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ridgefield, see our Ridgefield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Barlow Mountain Elementary School Ridgefield 1.1 mi 9.0
Scotland Elementary School Ridgefield 1.2 mi 9.3
Ridgefield High School Ridgefield 1.3 mi 8.9
Scotts Ridge Middle School Ridgefield 1.4 mi 8.1
WOOSTER SCHOOL Danbury 2.4 mi 6.0
RIDGEFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ridgefield 3.4 mi
Westside Middle School Academy Danbury 3.6 mi 6.2
ST MARY SCHOOL Ridgefield 4.0 mi 6.4
Mill Ridge Primary School Danbury 3.8 mi 5.7
Veterans Park Elementary School Ridgefield 4.2 mi 9.3
Farmingville Elementary School Ridgefield 4.0 mi 9.6
East Ridge Middle School Ridgefield 4.4 mi 8.2
Western CT Academy of International Studies Elementary Magne Danbury 4.6 mi 6.7
Park Avenue School Danbury 4.2 mi 4.1
Morris Street School Danbury 4.6 mi 3.0
IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury 4.3 mi 5.5
PEQUENAKONCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Salem 4.0 mi 5.7
THISTLEWAITHE LEARNING CENTER South Salem 5.2 mi
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury 5.1 mi 4.9
ST PETER SCHOOL Danbury 4.9 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06877 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$168,991

Median Home Value

$799,400

Median Rent

$1,918/mo

Population

25,029

College Educated

71.9%

Homeownership

84.3%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

45.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ridgebury Elementary School

What grades does Ridgebury Elementary School serve?

Ridgebury Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ridgebury Elementary School?

Ridgebury Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgebury Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ridgebury Elementary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ridgebury Elementary School rank in CT?

Ridgebury Elementary School ranks #98 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Ridgebury Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ridgebury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Ridgebury Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgebury Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ridgebury Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ridgebury Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

6.3% of students at Ridgebury 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
2 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

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