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Ridgewood Elem School
Elementary School · Rock Island SD 41
9607 14th St W, Rock Island, IL 61201
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,289 of 3,813
In Rock Island
#3 of 12
public schools
In district
#3 of 13
Rock Island SD 41
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Ridgewood Elem School
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About Ridgewood Elem School
Ridgewood Elem School is a public elementary school in Rock Island, IL, part of Rock Island SD 41. Ridgewood Elem School serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgewood Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,289 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Ridgewood Elem School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ridgewood Elem 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.
39% of students at Ridgewood Elem 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
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Ridgewood Elem School — Students at Ridgewood Elem School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.3/10.
How Ridgewood Elem School Compares
See how Ridgewood Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9607 14th St W, Rock Island, IL 61201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridgewood Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Taylor Ridge Elem School (rated 8.4/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Taylor Ridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is Earl H Hanson Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JORDAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rock Island, see our Rock Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Jefferson Elem School Milan | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Edison Jr High School Rock Island | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Earl H Hanson Elem School Rock Island | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Horace Mann ELC Rock Island | 3.7 mi | 4.4 |
| JORDAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rock Island | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Eugene Field Elem School Rock Island | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Frances Willard Elem School Rock Island | 4.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Rock Island High School Rock Island | 4.3 mi | 5.0 |
| RICMS Rock Island | 5.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Washington Jr High School Rock Island | 5.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Rock Island Academy Rock Island | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Denkmann Elem School Rock Island | 5.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Hamilton Elem School Moline | 4.9 mi | 4.5 |
| QUAD CITIES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moline | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ALLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL Rock Island | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Moline | 5.5 mi | — |
| Longfellow Elem School Rock Island | 5.9 mi | 4.5 |
| John Deere Middle School Moline | 5.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Taylor Ridge Elem School Taylor Ridge | 5.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Hayes Elementary School Davenport | 6.4 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,260
Median Home Value
$118,300
Median Rent
$822/mo
Population
37,294
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alden Hebron Elem School Hebron, IL | 5.8 |
| Avon Center Elem School Round Lake Beach, IL | 5.8 |
| Bronzeville Academy Charter Sch Chicago, IL | 5.8 |
| Cairo Elementary School Cairo, IL | 5.8 |
| Clark Elementary School South Beloit, IL | 5.8 |
| Columbus Manor Elem School Oak Lawn, IL | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridgewood Elem School
What grades does Ridgewood Elem School serve?
Ridgewood Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ridgewood Elem School?
Ridgewood Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgewood Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridgewood Elem School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridgewood Elem School rank in IL?
Ridgewood Elem School ranks #2,289 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Ridgewood Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridgewood Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Ridgewood Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgewood Elem School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ridgewood Elem School a charter school?
No, Ridgewood Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridgewood Elem School a Title I school?
No, Ridgewood Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridgewood Elem School?
57.1% of students at Ridgewood Elem 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 275
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rock Island County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.9%
- Phone
- (309) 793-5980
Resources & Links
District
Rock Island SD 41- District Enrollment
- 6,209
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,881
- District Rank
- #3 of 13
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