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Ridge-brook Elementary School

Elementary School · Parma City

7915 Manhattan Ave, Parma, OH 44129

Enrollment

340

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,866 of 3,441

In Parma

#9 of 14

public schools

In district

#8 of 12

Parma City

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Ridge-brook Elementary School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Parma · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ridge-brook Elementary School

Ridge-brook Elementary School is a public elementary school in Parma, OH, part of Parma City. Ridge-brook Elementary School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridge-brook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,866 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Ridge-brook Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,634
Chronic Absenteeism27.9%

Ridge-brook Elementary School — Students at Ridge-brook Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.7% (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
72%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
48.9%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Ridge-brook Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in OH
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

Location

7915 Manhattan Ave, Parma, OH 44129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ridge-brook Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Global Village Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Cleveland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parma, see our Parma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ST CHARLES SCHOOL Parma 1.0 mi 5.7
Thoreau Park Elementary School Parma 0.9 mi 6.7
Brooklyn High School Brooklyn 1.2 mi 5.3
Brooklyn School Brooklyn 1.2 mi 5.1
BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Parma 1.2 mi 6.1
William Rainey Harper Cleveland 1.1 mi 3.8
Old Brook High School Cleveland 1.2 mi 3.7
Cleveland Preparatory Academy Cleveland 1.2 mi 2.6
Rhodes College and Career Academy Cleveland 1.4 mi 4.1
Rhodes School of Environmental Studies Cleveland 1.4 mi 3.5
Parma Virtual Learning Academy Parma 1.8 mi
Global Village Academy Parma 1.6 mi 7.3
Summit Academy Community School-Parma Parma 1.8 mi 5.9
LUTHER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Cleveland 1.9 mi 7.3
ST MARY BYZANTINE SCHOOL Cleveland 1.8 mi 6.9
PARMA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Parma Heights 2.3 mi 7.2
William C Bryant Elementary School Cleveland 1.9 mi 3.8
MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Cleveland 2.1 mi 8.3
Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Elementary Cleveland 2.1 mi 2.5
Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Middle Cleveland 2.1 mi 2.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,619

Median Home Value

$150,400

Median Rent

$1,024/mo

Population

28,607

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ridge-brook Elementary School

What grades does Ridge-brook Elementary School serve?

Ridge-brook Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Ridge-brook Elementary School?

Ridge-brook Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ridge-brook Elementary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ridge-brook Elementary School rank in OH?

Ridge-brook Elementary School ranks #1,866 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Ridge-brook Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ridge-brook Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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-brook Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridge-brook Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ridge-brook Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ridge-brook Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

73.5% of students at Ridge-brook 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
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

District

Parma City
District Enrollment
8,931
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,634
District Rank
#8 of 12

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