Serving 107 students in grades 6-8, River Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
River Ridge Middle School's student population of 107 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Ridge Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1557 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
n/a
17%
White
88%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Ridge Middle School's ranking?
River Ridge Middle School is ranked #1557 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are River Ridge Middle School often compared to?
River Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galena Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend River Ridge Middle School?
107 students attend River Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of River Ridge Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Ridge Middle School?
River Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Ridge Middle School offer ?
River Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is River Ridge Middle School part of?
River Ridge Middle School is part of River Ridge CUSD 210 School District.
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