Ridge Early Childhood Center serves 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ridge Early Childhood Center's student population of 245 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ridge Early Childhood Center is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
34%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
50%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Ridge Early Childhood Center?
245 students attend Ridge Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ridge Early Childhood Center students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ridge Early Childhood Center?
Ridge Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ridge Early Childhood Center offer ?
Ridge Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Ridge Early Childhood Center part of?
Ridge Early Childhood Center is part of Forest Ridge SD 142 School District.
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