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#156 of 1,226 schools in OR

Top 13% in state

Ridges Elementary School

Elementary School · Sherwood SD 88J

21472 SW Copper Terrace, Sherwood, OR 97140

Enrollment

638

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#156 of 1,226

In Sherwood

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Sherwood SD 88J

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Ridges Elementary School

8.5/10

Elementary School in Sherwood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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8.1/10

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About Ridges Elementary School

Ridges Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sherwood, OR, part of Sherwood SD 88J. Ridges Elementary School serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridges Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Ridges Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • OR avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.1% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.7% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+34.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.7 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+17.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,016
Chronic Absenteeism23.5%

Ridges Elementary School — Students at Ridges Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 76.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2025
Math
66.1%
ELA
66.7%

* 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 Ridges Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
87th percentile in OR
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

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

21472 SW Copper Terrace, Sherwood, OR 97140

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ridges Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Middleton Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hawks View Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Archer Glen Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sherwood, see our Sherwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Sherwood High School Sherwood 0.6 mi 6.4
Sherwood Middle School Sherwood 0.8 mi 8.1
Middleton Elementary School Sherwood 1.1 mi 9.2
Hawks View Elementary School Sherwood 1.2 mi 8.8
SMOCKVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sherwood 1.2 mi
Archer Glen Elementary School Sherwood 1.4 mi 8.8
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Sherwood 1.2 mi 6.8
Sherwood Charter School Sherwood 1.4 mi 7.7
Deer Creek Elementary School Tigard 3.6 mi 7.1
Mountainside High School Beaverton 4.4 mi 5.9
Scholls Heights Elementary School Beaverton 4.6 mi 8.3
Alberta Rider Elementary School Tigard 4.2 mi 5.9
Hazelbrook Middle School Tualatin 3.9 mi 6.7
Groner K-8 Hillsboro 4.6 mi 8.4
Nancy Ryles Elementary School Beaverton 5.6 mi 7.9
Tualatin Elementary School Tualatin 4.3 mi 5.4
HORIZON CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Tualatin 4.4 mi 6.6
Tualatin High School Tualatin 4.4 mi 6.7
SOUTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beaverton 6.1 mi 5.4
Mary Woodward Elementary School Tigard 5.6 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97140 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,241

Median Home Value

$618,000

Median Rent

$1,934/mo

Population

27,999

College Educated

48.2%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

37.2

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High Lakes Elementary School Bend, OR 8.5
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Sato Elementary School Portland, OR 8.5
Turner Elementary School Turner, OR 8.5
Crooked River Elementary School Prineville, OR 8.6
Duniway Elementary School Portland, OR 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ridges Elementary School

What grades does Ridges Elementary School serve?

Ridges Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ridges Elementary School?

Ridges Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridges Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ridges Elementary School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ridges Elementary School rank in OR?

Ridges Elementary School ranks #156 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Ridges Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ridges Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Ridges Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridges Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ridges Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ridges Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

16.0% of students at Ridges 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.5%

District

Sherwood SD 88J
District Enrollment
4,843
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,016
District Rank
#4 of 7

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