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#4286 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ridge Road School
Elementary School · HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
112 RIDGE RD, Horseheads, NY 14845
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
414
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,286 of 4,742
In Horseheads
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Ridge Road School
Elementary School in Horseheads · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ridge Road School
Ridge Road School is a public elementary school in Horseheads, NY, part of HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ridge Road School serves approximately 414 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridge Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #4,286 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Ridge Road School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Ridge Road School — Students at Ridge Road School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 3.5/10.
How Ridge Road School Compares
See how Ridge Road School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
112 RIDGE RD, Horseheads, NY 14845
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridge Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GARDNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Elmira), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Horseheads, see our Horseheads schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORSEHEADS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Horseheads | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| GARDNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HORSEHEADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Horseheads | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| HORSEHEADS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horseheads | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| THOMAS A EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 4.6 mi | 8.7 |
| COHEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 4.8 mi | 5.0 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 4.8 mi | 5.2 |
| FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 5.4 mi | 3.4 |
| DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira | 5.7 mi | 2.7 |
| TWIN TIERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Breesport | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| FINN ACADEMY: AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL Elmira | 6.5 mi | 3.0 |
| ERNIE DAVIS ACADEMY Elmira | 6.5 mi | 2.5 |
| THOMAS K BEECHER SCHOOL Elmira | 6.6 mi | 2.2 |
| ELMIRA PSYCHIATRIC CENTER Elmira | 6.9 mi | — |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Elmira | 7.3 mi | 2.4 |
| PARLEY COBURN SCHOOL Elmira | 7.6 mi | 3.1 |
| HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 7.7 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 7.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,617
Median Home Value
$183,900
Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Population
20,552
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BILINGUAL CENTER Buffalo, NY | 3.9 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE 2 Bronx, NY | 3.9 |
| CHATEAUGAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chateaugay, NY | 3.9 |
| EDWARD WILLIAMS SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 3.9 |
| F S BANFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton, NY | 3.9 |
| HARRY L EDSON SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridge Road School
What grades does Ridge Road School serve?
Ridge Road School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Ridge Road School?
Ridge Road School has an enrollment of approximately 414 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridge Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridge Road School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridge Road School rank in NY?
Ridge Road School ranks #4,286 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ridge Road School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridge Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Road School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridge Road School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ridge Road School a charter school?
No, Ridge Road School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridge Road School a Title I school?
No, Ridge Road School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridge Road School?
28.7% of students at Ridge Road 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 414
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Chemung County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.5%
- Phone
- (607) 739-6351
Resources & Links
District
HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,826
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,693
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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