Serving 570 students in grades 3-5, Meadow Ridge School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Meadow Ridge School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadow Ridge School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow Ridge School is 0.53, 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
#417 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
10%
27%
Black
10%
17%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Ridge School's ranking?
Meadow Ridge School is ranked #417 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Meadow Ridge School often compared to?
Meadow Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High Point Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Meadow Ridge School?
570 students attend Meadow Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Meadow Ridge School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadow Ridge School?
Meadow Ridge School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadow Ridge School offer ?
Meadow Ridge School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Meadow Ridge School part of?
Meadow Ridge School is part of Orland SD 135 School District.
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