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Ridgewood Comm High School

High School · Ridgewood CHSD 234

7500 W Montrose Ave, Norridge, IL 60706

Enrollment

943

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,193 of 3,813

In Norridge

#4 of 4

public schools

Academic growth

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Ridgewood Comm High School

5.9/10

High School in Norridge · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ridgewood Comm High School

Ridgewood Comm High School is a public high school in Norridge, IL, part of Ridgewood CHSD 234. Ridgewood Comm High School serves approximately 943 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgewood Comm High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,193 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Ridgewood Comm High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below IL schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • IL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-26.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation19.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,066
Chronic Absenteeism27.1%

Ridgewood Comm High School — Students at Ridgewood Comm High School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
55%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
30%
2022
ELA
27%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Ridgewood Comm High School Compares

See how Ridgewood Comm High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in IL
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.9/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
18
8 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
19.2% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
8 boys'·10 girls'·36 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

7500 W Montrose Ave, Norridge, IL 60706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ridgewood Comm High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Beard Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Another option is Union Ridge Elem School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Harwood Heights), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J Giles Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norridge, see our Norridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
J Giles Elem School Norridge 0.3 mi 8.0
Union Ridge Elem School Harwood Heights 0.9 mi 8.1
J Leigh Elem School Norridge 0.9 mi 6.7
ST EUGENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 1.1 mi 5.9
Oriole Park Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 6.9
Dever Elem School Chicago 1.3 mi 5.2
Bridge Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 6.3
OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chicago 1.3 mi
Canty Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 7.3
ST FRANCIS BORGIA SCHOOL Chicago 1.4 mi 7.2
ST PAUL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Chicago 1.5 mi
Garvy J Elem School Chicago 1.4 mi 6.4
ST SAVA ACADEMY Chicago 1.6 mi 6.6
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Chicago 1.8 mi 5.6
Beard Elem School Chicago 1.4 mi 8.6
Pennoyer Elem School Norridge 1.5 mi 6.5
Dirksen Elem School Chicago 1.6 mi 7.0
John Mills Elem School Elmwood Park 2.0 mi 5.6
RESURRECTION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 2.1 mi 6.0
Norwood Park Elem School Chicago 2.0 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,000

Median Home Value

$347,600

Median Rent

$1,242/mo

Population

24,028

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

74.3%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ridgewood Comm High School

What grades does Ridgewood Comm High School serve?

Ridgewood Comm High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Ridgewood Comm High School?

Ridgewood Comm High School has an enrollment of approximately 943 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgewood Comm High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ridgewood Comm High School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ridgewood Comm High School rank in IL?

Ridgewood Comm High School ranks #2,193 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Ridgewood Comm High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ridgewood Comm High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Ridgewood Comm High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgewood Comm High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ridgewood Comm High School a charter school?

No, Ridgewood Comm High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ridgewood Comm High School a Title I school?

No, Ridgewood Comm High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
943
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.1%

District

Ridgewood CHSD 234
District Enrollment
943
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,066
District Rank
#1 of 1

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