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#546 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 16% in state

Hickory Ridge Elementary School

Elementary School · Brunswick City

4628 Hickory Ridge Ave, Brunswick, OH 44212

Enrollment

419

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#546 of 3,441

In Brunswick

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Brunswick City

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Hickory Ridge Elementary School

8.3/10

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

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About Hickory Ridge Elementary School

Hickory Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brunswick, OH, part of Brunswick City. Hickory Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hickory Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #546 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Hickory Ridge Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+21.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,139
Chronic Absenteeism12.9%

Hickory Ridge Elementary School — Students at Hickory Ridge Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 79.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
83%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
71.1%
ELA
77.6%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Hickory Ridge Elementary School Compares

See how Hickory Ridge Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
84th percentile in OH
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

Location

4628 Hickory Ridge Ave, Brunswick, OH 44212

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hickory Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kinsner Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Strongsville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Crestview Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Muraski Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Strongsville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brunswick, see our Brunswick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Brunswick 0.8 mi 5.5
Brunswick Middle School Brunswick 0.9 mi 7.0
Applewood Elementary School Brunswick 1.9 mi 8.1
Brunswick High School Brunswick 1.9 mi 5.7
Kinsner Elementary School Strongsville 2.6 mi 9.3
Walter Kidder Elementary School Brunswick 2.1 mi 8.1
Brunswick Memorial Elementary School Brunswick 2.4 mi 8.1
Huntington Elementary School Brunswick 2.5 mi 8.6
STRONGSVILLE MONTESSORI Strongsville 3.9 mi
Strongsville Academy Strongsville 3.9 mi 6.4
Strongsville High School Strongsville 4.1 mi 7.6
Early Learning Preschool Strongsville 4.2 mi 5.8
Strongsville Online Learning Opportunity Academy Strongsville 4.5 mi
Crestview Elementary School Brunswick 3.8 mi 9.2
Muraski Elementary School Strongsville 5.0 mi 8.9
Chapman Elementary School Strongsville 4.4 mi 8.3
Strongsville Middle School Strongsville 5.1 mi 8.7
STS JOSEPH AND JOHN INTERPAROCHI Strongsville 5.4 mi 5.1
Albert Einstein Academy for Letters Arts and Sciences-Ohio Independence 6.1 mi 4.4
Eliza Northrop Elementary Medina 6.2 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,776

Median Home Value

$244,900

Median Rent

$1,135/mo

Population

45,817

College Educated

29.5%

Homeownership

75.7%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

41

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Bellflower Elementary School Mentor, OH 8.3
Berkshire Elementary Burton, OH 8.3
Big Creek Elementary School Middleburg Hts, OH 8.3
Boyd E Smith Elementary School Milford, OH 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hickory Ridge Elementary School

What grades does Hickory Ridge Elementary School serve?

Hickory Ridge Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Hickory Ridge Elementary School?

Hickory Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hickory Ridge Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hickory Ridge Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hickory Ridge Elementary School rank in OH?

Hickory Ridge Elementary School ranks #546 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Hickory Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hickory Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Hickory Ridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hickory Ridge Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hickory Ridge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Hickory Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Hickory Ridge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hickory Ridge Elementary School?

24.1% of students at Hickory Ridge 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Medina County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

District

Brunswick City
District Enrollment
6,023
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,139
District Rank
#3 of 8

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