Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ridge Circle Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridge Circle Elementary School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Ridge Circle Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridge Circle Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2196 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
63%
28%
Black
7%
17%
White
19%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridge Circle Elementary School's ranking?
Ridge Circle Elementary School is ranked #2196 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Ridge Circle Elementary School?
390 students attend Ridge Circle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Ridge Circle Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridge Circle Elementary School?
Ridge Circle Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ridge Circle Elementary School offer ?
Ridge Circle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ridge Circle Elementary School part of?
Ridge Circle Elementary School is part of School District U-46.
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