Serving 514 students in grades 6-8, Ridgeview Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ridgeview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ridgeview Middle School's student population of 514 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ridgeview Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ridgeview Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2541 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
17%
7%
Black
29%
17%
White
35%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ridgeview Middle School's ranking?
Ridgeview Middle School is ranked #2541 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Ridgeview Middle School often compared to?
Ridgeview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Medina Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Ridgeview Middle School?
514 students attend Ridgeview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Ridgeview Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ridgeview Middle School?
Ridgeview Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ridgeview Middle School offer ?
Ridgeview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ridgeview Middle School part of?
Ridgeview Middle School is part of Columbus City Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Ridgeview Middle School located?
Ridgeview Middle School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Columbus, OH.
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