The top reported proficiency rate is 81% in Social studies. The lowest is 79% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Ridgewood Elementary School
Ridgewood Elementary School is a regular public elementary school serving kindergarten through fifth grade in Hilliard, a fast-growing Columbus suburb in Franklin County. The school enrolls a moderate-sized student body, with a balanced grade structure and a student demographic that is predominantly white, with smaller shares of students identifying as Hispanic, Asian, Black, and multiracial. A small portion of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
On the most recent state assessments, Ridgewood's students performed solidly. In math, students achieved proficiency at a rate in the high range; in English language arts, the rate was similar. Science proficiency was also in the high range. All three tested groups showed complete participation. The school's overall proficiency index places it above the midpoint of performance among county districts. These results reflect a school where the majority of students are meeting grade-level standards, though a meaningful share fall below proficiency in each subject.
The school sits in a suburban residential area of Hilliard, a community that has experienced rapid growth over the past decade. The zip code where Ridgewood is located shows housing values well above the state average and slightly above the national benchmark. Rents in the area are moderate relative to local incomes, and the affordability picture leans toward ownership rather than renting. The community includes significant employers such as Advanced Drainage Systems, Micro Center, and Amazon Web Services, which anchor a diversified economic base.
Ridgewood families should be aware of substantial changes coming to the district. In November 2024, voters approved a property tax levy and bond package, the district's first successful levy in roughly a decade. This will result in a lasting increase to property tax bills. The bond funds Phase 1 of a Master Facilities Plan that will replace Ridgewood itself, along with Brown and Beacon elementary schools. Ridgewood will be rebuilt on its current site; the district has not specified when construction will occur relative to other projects in the phase. Additionally, the district is committed to redistricting student boundaries beginning in 2025 to address growth-driven imbalances; while most students typically remain in their feeder patterns, some families could see their school assignment change.
State testing data for special populations such as English learners and students with IEPs was not available. The school's website, if it exists, was not provided, so parents may want to contact the school directly or visit the Hilliard City Schools district website for more detail on programs, staffing, and specific enrollment procedures as the district moves forward with its facilities plan.
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