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#2880 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ridge Mills Elementary School
Elementary School · ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
7841 ROME-WSTRNVLL RD, Rome, NY 13440
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,880 of 4,742
In Rome
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Ridge Mills Elementary School
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About Ridge Mills Elementary School
Ridge Mills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rome, NY, part of ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ridge Mills Elementary School serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridge Mills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,880 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ridge Mills Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 3.9
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Ridge Mills Elementary School — Students at Ridge Mills Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 36 test records from NY 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: 4.9/10.
How Ridge Mills Elementary School Compares
See how Ridge Mills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7841 ROME-WSTRNVLL RD, Rome, NY 13440
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridge Mills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTMORELAND UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Westmoreland), which scores notably higher. Another option is DEFOREST A HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Westmoreland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, N A WALBRAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Oriskany), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rome, see our Rome schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLOUGH PREK CENTER Rome | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| NEW YORK STATE SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Rome | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| LOUIS V DENTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| JOHN E JOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| LYNDON H STROUGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Rome | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| ROME FREE ACADEMY Rome | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| BELLAMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome | 2.6 mi | 2.5 |
| GANSEVOORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| STOKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rome | 4.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ORISKANY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oriskany | 7.4 mi | 6.7 |
| WESTMORELAND UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westmoreland | 9.1 mi | 8.5 |
| DEFOREST A HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL Westmoreland | 9.1 mi | 6.6 |
| DONALD H CRANE JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Westmoreland | 9.1 mi | 5.5 |
| WEST BRANCH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Lee Center | 9.2 mi | — |
| GENERAL WILLIAM FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holland Patent | 7.2 mi | 3.2 |
| N A WALBRAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oriskany | 8.5 mi | 5.8 |
| MADISON-ONEIDA BOCES Verona | 9.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WESTMORELAND ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Whitesboro | 10.2 mi | 3.6 |
| J D GEORGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona | 10.1 mi | 3.6 |
| WHITESBORO HIGH SCHOOL Marcy | 9.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13440 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,497
Median Home Value
$155,800
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
41,273
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
41.6
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| A J SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Angola, NY | 5.8 |
| ALBANY SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Albany, NY | 5.8 |
| AMPARK NEIGHBORHOOD Bronx, NY | 5.8 |
| ARTHUR S MAY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie, NY | 5.8 |
| AUSABLE FORKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Au Sable Forks, NY | 5.8 |
| BARCLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brockport, NY | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridge Mills Elementary School
What grades does Ridge Mills Elementary School serve?
Ridge Mills Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ridge Mills Elementary School?
Ridge Mills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridge Mills Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridge Mills Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridge Mills Elementary School rank in NY?
Ridge Mills Elementary School ranks #2,880 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ridge Mills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridge Mills Elementary 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 Ridge Mills Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridge Mills Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ridge Mills Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ridge Mills Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridge Mills Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ridge Mills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridge Mills Elementary School?
31.4% of students at Ridge Mills 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Oneida County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (315) 334-1281
Resources & Links
District
ROME CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,279
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,381
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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