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#1065 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 22% in state

Ridgeway School

Elementary School · WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

225 RIDGEWAY, White Plains, NY 10605

Enrollment

584

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,065 of 4,742

In White Plains

#3 of 10

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Ridgeway School

7.7/10

Elementary School in White Plains · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ridgeway School

Ridgeway School is a public elementary school in White Plains, NY, part of WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ridgeway School serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgeway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,065 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Ridgeway School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,760
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

Ridgeway School — Students at Ridgeway School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 55.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
57.5%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
55.3%
ELA
48.6%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Ridgeway School Compares

See how Ridgeway School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in NY
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

225 RIDGEWAY, White Plains, NY 10605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ridgeway School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HEATHCOTE SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREENACRES SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAMUEL J PRESTON SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby West Harrison), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in White Plains, see our White Plains schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ARCHBISHOP STEPINAC HIGH SCHOOL White Plains 0.3 mi 5.3
OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL White Plains 0.5 mi 5.8
WHITE PLAINS MIDDLE SCHOOL White Plains 0.8 mi 6.7
LEFFELL SCHOOL White Plains 0.9 mi 6.9
KODOMONO KUNI White Plains 0.8 mi
WINDWARD SCHOOL THE White Plains 1.1 mi 7.0
RIDGEWAY ALLIANCE NURSEY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN White Plains 0.9 mi
MAMARONECK AVENUE SCHOOL White Plains 1.2 mi 6.6
WHITE PLAINS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL White Plains 1.3 mi 8.4
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL NEW YORK White Plains 1.2 mi 7.2
DBA ELIZABETH SETON CHILDRENS SCHOOL White Plains 1.5 mi
SCARSDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.4 mi 8.9
POST ROAD SCHOOL White Plains 1.6 mi 5.3
HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Harrison 1.8 mi 9.2
HEATHCOTE SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.8 mi 9.4
FUSION ACADEMY WES: WESTCHESTER White Plains 2.1 mi 8.5
GREENACRES SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.7 mi 9.3
THE WINDWARD SCHOOL White Plains 1.8 mi 7.4
REACH ACADEMY (THE) West Harrison 2.3 mi 5.7
SAMUEL J PRESTON SCHOOL West Harrison 2.3 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$145,587

Median Home Value

$761,200

Median Rent

$2,195/mo

Population

19,371

College Educated

65.8%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

28.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

46.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island, NY 7.7
BARRINGER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ilion, NY 7.7
BEDFORD STUYVESANT NEW BEGINNINGS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 7.7
BROOKLYN LANDMARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 7.7
CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson, NY 7.7
CENTRAL SCHOOL Larchmont, NY 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ridgeway School

What grades does Ridgeway School serve?

Ridgeway School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Ridgeway School?

Ridgeway School has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgeway School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ridgeway School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ridgeway School rank in NY?

Ridgeway School ranks #1,065 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Ridgeway School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ridgeway School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Ridgeway School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgeway School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ridgeway School a charter school?

No, Ridgeway School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ridgeway School a Title I school?

No, Ridgeway School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridgeway School?

39.6% of students at Ridgeway 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

District

WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,784
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$33,760
District Rank
#2 of 7

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