Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cedar Ridge Elementary School's student population of 366 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Cedar Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Ridge Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1045 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
58%
19%
Black
3%
36%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cedar Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1045 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Cedar Ridge Elementary School?
366 students attend Cedar Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Cedar Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cedar Ridge Elementary School?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cedar Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Ridge Elementary School part of?
Cedar Ridge Elementary School is part of Whitfield County School District.
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