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The Ridge Hill School
Elementary School
102 HIGH ST, Norwell, MA 02061
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
0.9:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
0.9:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About The Ridge Hill School
The Ridge Hill School is an private elementary school in Norwell, MA 02061. The school serves approximately 7 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 0.9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $182,637, where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 7 students, The Ridge Hill School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 0.9:1, The Ridge Hill School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, The Ridge Hill School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Ridge Hill School compares to the 5 public schools in Norwell, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Norwell
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Ridge Hill School (this school) | — |
| Grace Farrar Cole | 6.7 |
| South Shore Charter Public School | 4.8 |
| Norwell High | 8.5 |
| Norwell Middle School | 7.5 |
| William G Vinal | 7.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 7 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.9:1
- Address
- 102 HIGH ST, Norwell, MA 02061
- Phone
- (781) 871-0018
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
102 HIGH ST, Norwell, MA 02061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Ridge Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Hingham). Another option is Phelps Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Rockland). Additionally, South Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Hingham). For more schools in Norwell, see our Norwell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grace Farrar Cole Norwell | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| THE ACCORD SCHOOL Norwell | 0.4 mi | — |
| South Shore Charter Public School Norwell | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Hingham Middle School Hingham | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Hingham | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| South Shore Vocational Technical High Hanover | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hingham | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| FUSION HINGHAM Hingham | 1.8 mi | — |
| Hanover Middle Hanover | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Cedar Elementary Hanover | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| South Elementary Hingham | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Hanover High Hanover | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Norwell High Norwell | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Plymouth River Hingham | 3.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Rockland Senior High Rockland | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| John W Rogers Middle Rockland | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School South Weymouth | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Phelps Elementary School Rockland | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Ralph Talbot South Weymouth | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| R Stewart Esten Rockland | 3.9 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$182,637
Median Home Value
$799,600
Median Rent
$2,181/mo
Population
11,309
College Educated
65.3%
Homeownership
91.5%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
39
Community Profile
The community surrounding The Ridge Hill School has a median household income of $182,637. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $799,600, with a median rent of $2,181/month. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Ridge Hill School
What grades does The Ridge Hill School serve?
The Ridge Hill School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend The Ridge Hill School?
The Ridge Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Ridge Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Ridge Hill School is 0.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Ridge Hill School a private school?
Yes, The Ridge Hill School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Ridge Hill School a religious school?
No, The Ridge Hill School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (531/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Norwell). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 7
- Gender Split
- 86% M / 14% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- PLYMOUTH
- Phone
- (781) 871-0018
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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