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#46 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 3% in state

Lake Ridge Elementary

Elementary School · Johnson City

1001 Lake Ridge Square, Johnson City, TN 37601

Enrollment

652

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#46 of 1,786

In Johnson City

#3 of 16

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

Johnson City

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Ridge Elementary

9.2/10

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

North Side Elementary

9.4/10

Johnson City, TN. Compare side by side with Lake Ridge Elementary before ruling this option in or out.

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7.3/10

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About Lake Ridge Elementary

Lake Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Johnson City, TN, part of Johnson City. Lake Ridge Elementary serves approximately 652 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Ridge Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81.2% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+42 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+33.2 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+40.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,230
Chronic Absenteeism8%

Lake Ridge Elementary — Students at Lake Ridge Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 65.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
70%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
71.8%
ELA
67%
2025
Math
81.2%
ELA
74%

* 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 Lake Ridge Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.2/10
98th percentile in TN
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

Location

1001 Lake Ridge Square, Johnson City, TN 37601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Towne Acres Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is North Side Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 4.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, South Side Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 5.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Johnson City, see our Johnson City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Indian Trail Middle School Johnson City 1.2 mi 7.3
Towne Acres Elementary Johnson City 2.8 mi 9.5
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Johnson City 3.1 mi 7.1
Fairmont Elementary Johnson City 3.5 mi 8.0
Science Hill High School Johnson City 4.1 mi 7.2
JEREMIAH SCHOOL Johnson City 4.2 mi
Liberty Bell Middle School Johnson City 4.3 mi 7.1
Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy Johnson City 4.4 mi 6.1
North Side Elementary Johnson City 4.4 mi 9.4
Boones Creek Elementary School Johnson City 3.9 mi 8.3
Woodland Elementary Johnson City 4.5 mi 8.6
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Johnson City 4.2 mi 5.0
CENTRAL BAPTIST PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Johnson City 4.8 mi
MUNSEY KINDERGARTEN Johnson City 5.0 mi
MUNSEY PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Johnson City 5.0 mi
University School Johnson City 5.6 mi 8.1
South Side Elementary Johnson City 5.6 mi 8.8
Mary Hughes School Piney Flats 5.0 mi 8.2
Mountain View Elementary Johnson City 5.6 mi 6.4
Gray Elementary School Gray 5.6 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,658

Median Home Value

$187,000

Median Rent

$892/mo

Population

38,622

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

21%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Ridge Elementary

What grades does Lake Ridge Elementary serve?

Lake Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lake Ridge Elementary?

Lake Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 652 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Ridge Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Ridge Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Ridge Elementary rank in TN?

Lake Ridge Elementary ranks #46 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Lake Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Ridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Lake Ridge Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Ridge Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lake Ridge Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Lake Ridge Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
3 Somewhat Bikeable

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How does Lake Ridge Elementary stack up?

North Side Elementary
9.4

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

District

Johnson City
District Enrollment
7,936
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,230
District Rank
#3 of 11

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