Serving 906 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 906 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Ridge Elementary School's student population of 906 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
906 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Ridge Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
63%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
River Ridge Elementary School is ranked #161 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are River Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
River Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R C Hinsdale Elementary School, Ryland Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend River Ridge Elementary School?
906 students attend River Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of River Ridge Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Ridge Elementary School?
River Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does River Ridge Elementary School offer ?
River Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Ridge Elementary School part of?
River Ridge Elementary School is part of Kenton County School District.
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