Very Good
#643 of 1,823 schools in IN
Top 35% in state
Based on limited data
Martha J Ridpath Elementary School
Elementary School · Greencastle Community School Corp
711 South Central Ave, Greencastle, IN 46135
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#643 of 1,823
In Greencastle
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Greencastle Community School Corp
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Martha J Ridpath Elementary School
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About Martha J Ridpath Elementary School
Martha J Ridpath Elementary School is a public elementary school in Greencastle, IN, part of Greencastle Community School Corp. Martha J Ridpath Elementary School serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Martha J Ridpath Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #643 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 178 students, Martha J Ridpath Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.7%
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 Martha J Ridpath Elementary School Compares
See how Martha J Ridpath Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
711 South Central Ave, Greencastle, IN 46135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martha J Ridpath Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fillmore Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Fillmore), which scores notably higher. Another option is Van Buren Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Brazil), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Greencastle, see our Greencastle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,847
Median Home Value
$200,900
Median Rent
$902/mo
Population
19,639
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martha J Ridpath Elementary School
What grades does Martha J Ridpath Elementary School serve?
Martha J Ridpath Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Martha J Ridpath Elementary School?
Martha J Ridpath Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martha J Ridpath Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Martha J Ridpath Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martha J Ridpath Elementary School rank in IN?
Martha J Ridpath Elementary School ranks #643 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Martha J Ridpath Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Martha J Ridpath Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Martha J Ridpath Elementary School a charter school?
No, Martha J Ridpath Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martha J Ridpath Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Martha J Ridpath Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martha J Ridpath Elementary School?
65.7% of students at Martha J Ridpath 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 178
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Putnam County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.8%
- Phone
- (765) 653-3315
Resources & Links
District
Greencastle Community School Corp- District Enrollment
- 1,790
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,284
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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