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Ridgeview Charter School
Elementary School · Ridgeview Charter School
207 W. Bradley St., Gastonia, NC 28052
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,648 of 2,648
In Gastonia
#9 of 25
public schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Ridgeview Charter School
Elementary School in Gastonia · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ridgeview Charter School
Ridgeview Charter School is a public elementary school in Gastonia, NC, part of Ridgeview Charter School. Ridgeview Charter School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgeview Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,648 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Ridgeview Charter School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ridgeview Charter 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.
Ridgeview Charter School runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Ridgeview Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Ridgeview Charter School — Students at Ridgeview Charter School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Ridgeview Charter School Compares
See how Ridgeview Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
207 W. Bradley St., Gastonia, NC 28052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridgeview Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pleasant Ridge Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carr Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gastonia, see our Gastonia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodhill Elementary Gastonia | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Highland Sch of Technology Gastonia | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| York Chester Middle Gastonia | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| FIRST WESLEYAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gastonia | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gastonia | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Webb Street School Gastonia | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Pleasant Ridge Elementary Gastonia | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gastonia | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Lingerfeldt Elementary Gastonia | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| W P Grier Middle School Gastonia | 2.0 mi | 2.8 |
| Sherwood Elementary Gastonia | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Hunter Huss High Gastonia | 2.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Brookside Elementary Gastonia | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Gaston Early College of Medical Sciences Dallas | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Carr Elementary Dallas | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Gaston Early College High School Dallas | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Southwest Middle Gastonia | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| ASSEMBLY OF FAITH CHR. SCHOOL Dallas | 3.3 mi | — |
| H H Beam Elementary Gastonia | 3.4 mi | 1.7 |
| Gaston Virtual Academy Gastonia | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,015
Median Home Value
$173,500
Median Rent
$1,058/mo
Population
36,896
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Elementary Elizabeth City, NC | 5.7 |
| Green Ridge Elementary Biscoe, NC | 5.7 |
| Meadowbrook Elementary Canton, NC | 5.7 |
| Royal Elementary Louisburg, NC | 5.7 |
| ST PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greensboro, NC | 5.7 |
| Springfield Primary Stanley, NC | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridgeview Charter School
What grades does Ridgeview Charter School serve?
Ridgeview Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Ridgeview Charter School?
Ridgeview Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgeview Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridgeview Charter School is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridgeview Charter School rank in NC?
Ridgeview Charter School ranks #1,648 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Ridgeview Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridgeview Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Ridgeview Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgeview Charter School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Ridgeview Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Ridgeview Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ridgeview Charter School a Title I school?
No, Ridgeview Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridgeview Charter School?
99.0% of students at Ridgeview Charter 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Gaston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (704) 867-6635
Resources & Links
District
Ridgeview Charter School- District Enrollment
- 300
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,150
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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