Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ridgely Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridgely Elementary School's student population of 433 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ridgely Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgely Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#520 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
13%
24%
Black
11%
32%
White
69%
31%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgely Elementary School's ranking?
Ridgely Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Ridgely Elementary School often compared to?
Ridgely Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Denton Elementary School, Greensboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Ridgely Elementary School?
433 students attend Ridgely Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ridgely Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridgely Elementary School?
Ridgely Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ridgely Elementary School offer ?
Ridgely Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ridgely Elementary School part of?
Ridgely Elementary School is part of Caroline County School District.
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