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Very Good

#396 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 22% in state

Ridge View Elementary

Elementary School · Roane County

625 Pumphouse RD, Rockwood, TN 37854

Enrollment

604

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#396 of 1,786

In Rockwood

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 18

Roane County

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Ridge View Elementary

7.8/10

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

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6.3/10

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4.3/10

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About Ridge View Elementary

Ridge View Elementary is a public elementary school in Rockwood, TN, part of Roane County. Ridge View Elementary serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridge View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #396 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Ridge View Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • 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-0.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+1.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,003
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Ridge View Elementary — Students at Ridge View Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 29.2% (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
19%
ELA
29%
2010
Math
21%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
28%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
28.4%
ELA
25.2%
2025
Math
40.9%
ELA
35.5%

* 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 View Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in TN
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

Location

625 Pumphouse RD, Rockwood, TN 37854

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ridge View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crab Orchard Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Crab Orchard), with a very similar rating. Another option is Midtown Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Harriman), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bowers Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Harriman), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rockwood, see our Rockwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Rockwood Middle School Rockwood 1.2 mi 6.3
Rockwood High School Rockwood 1.3 mi 4.3
NEW SYSTEM SCHOOL INC. Rockwood 1.4 mi 6.8
Pine View Elementary Rockwood 4.5 mi 5.2
Midtown Educational Center Harriman 6.3 mi 5.1
Roane County Virtual Academy Harriman 6.3 mi 5.2
Midtown Elementary Harriman 7.1 mi 7.8
Bowers Elementary Harriman 8.3 mi 7.7
Midway Middle School Ten Mile 9.2 mi 8.2
Midway High School Kingston 9.3 mi 8.0
Midway Elementary Kingston 9.4 mi 7.2
Harriman High School Harriman 9.9 mi 4.2
Oakdale School Oakdale 10.7 mi 6.4
Harriman Middle School Harriman 10.0 mi 6.4
Roane County High School Kingston 9.5 mi 5.6
CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Kingston 10.1 mi 5.5
SAILAWAY LEARNING & ACADEMY Kingston 10.3 mi 2.9
Cherokee Middle School Kingston 10.3 mi 6.7
Kingston Elementary Kingston 11.4 mi 7.0
Crab Orchard Elementary Crab Orchard 12.4 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,098

Median Home Value

$154,600

Median Rent

$783/mo

Population

12,403

College Educated

14.2%

Homeownership

68.8%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

47.2

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Kenrose Elementary Brentwood, TN 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ridge View Elementary

What grades does Ridge View Elementary serve?

Ridge View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ridge View Elementary?

Ridge View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ridge View Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ridge View Elementary rank in TN?

Ridge View Elementary ranks #396 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Ridge View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Ridge View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 View Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridge View Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ridge View Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Ridge View Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
2 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Roane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

Roane County
District Enrollment
6,318
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,003
District Rank
#5 of 18

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