Excellent
#395 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 12% in state
Ridge Elementary School
Elementary School · Mentor Exempted Village
7860 Johnnycake Ridge Rd, Mentor, OH 44060
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#395 of 3,441
In Mentor
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
Mentor Exempted Village
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Ridge Elementary School
Elementary School in Mentor · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ridge Elementary School
Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mentor, OH, part of Mentor Exempted Village. Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 681 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #395 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Ridge Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Ridge Elementary School — Students at Ridge Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 8.8/10.
How Ridge Elementary School Compares
See how Ridge Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7860 Johnnycake Ridge Rd, Mentor, OH 44060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hopkins Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Orchard Hollow Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kirtland Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Kirtland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mentor, see our Mentor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Mentor | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Kirtland Elementary School Kirtland | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Kirtland High School Kirtland | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Kirtland Middle School Kirtland | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| LAKE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mentor | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Fairfax Elementary School Mentor | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Bellflower Elementary School Mentor | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Hopkins Elementary School Mentor | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Memorial Middle School Mentor | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Mentor High School Mentor | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Mentor High School Preschool Mentor | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Garfield Preschool Mentor | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Grant Elementary School Willoughby | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| RE-EDUCATION SERVICES Mentor | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Orchard Hollow Elementary School Mentor | 3.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Lake Elementary School Mentor On The Lake | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Shore Middle School Mentor | 4.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Eastlake | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| MENTOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mentor | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Eastlake Middle School Eastlake | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,881
Median Home Value
$227,200
Median Rent
$1,156/mo
Population
60,257
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
46.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert Chapman Elementary School Powell, OH | 8.6 |
| Buckeye Woods Elementary School Grove City, OH | 8.6 |
| Clinton Elementary School Columbus, OH | 8.6 |
| Darby Creek Elementary School Hilliard, OH | 8.6 |
| Genoa Elementary Genoa, OH | 8.6 |
| Green Primary School Uniontown, OH | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridge Elementary School
What grades does Ridge Elementary School serve?
Ridge Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ridge Elementary School?
Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 681 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridge Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at 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 Ridge Elementary School rank in OH?
Ridge Elementary School ranks #395 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridge Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ridge Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ridge Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ridge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 681
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (440) 255-7813
Resources & Links
District
Mentor Exempted Village- District Enrollment
- 7,067
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,847
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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