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Ridge Street School

735 Ridge St, Newark, NJ 07104, United States
+1 (973) 268-5210
http://www.nps.k12.nj.us/rdg
2.8
Overall Rating

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Ridge Street School Overview

About This School

Ridge Street School is a public middle in Newark, New Jersey, serving 593 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 33% proficiency in ELA and 23% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 45 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,741. Counseling resources include a ratio of 296 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 51% female and 49% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 89% Hispanic, 9% Black, 1% White, and 1% Asian.

593
Total Students
PK-8
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
45 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts33%
Mathematics23%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-8
County
Essex County
Students per Counselor
296:1

Ridge Street School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

33%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 31%State Avg: 50%
23%
Mathematics
City Avg: 17%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 15.3:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
296
Students per Counselor

Ridge Street School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
45

Average Teacher Salary

$77,741
City Avg: $76,011
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor296:1

Ridge Street School Student Demographics

Student Body

48.57%
Male
51.43%
Female
Total Enrollment: 593 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White1.18%
Hispanic89.38%
Asian0.67%
Black8.6%
Two or More Races0%
Native American0%

Ridge Street School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Ridge Street School

Q: What is Ridge Street School?

A: Ridge Street School is a middle public located in Newark.

Q: How many students attend Ridge Street School?

A: Ridge Street School has approximately 593 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridge Street School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Ridge Street School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Ridge Street School

Ridge Street School is a public middle in Newark, New Jersey, serving 593 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 33% proficiency in ELA and 23% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 45 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,741. Counseling resources include a ratio of 296 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 51% female and 49% male students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 89% Hispanic, 9% Black, 1% White, and 1% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Ridge Street School - Newark, NJ

Quick Facts about Ridge Street School
School NameRidge Street School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-8
Location735 Ridge St, Newark, NJ 07104, Newark, NJ
CountyEssex County
Phone+1 (973) 268-5210
Total Students593
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers45
Rating2.8/10
ELA Proficiency33%
Math Proficiency23%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Ridge Street School

What is Ridge Street School?

Ridge Street School is a middle public located in Newark.

How many students attend Ridge Street School?

Ridge Street School has approximately 593 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridge Street School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ridge Street School is 13:1.

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