North Ridge Elementary School serves 397 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Ridge Elementary School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Ridge Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Waverly-Shell Rock Comm School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend North Ridge Elementary School?
397 students attend North Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of North Ridge Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Ridge Elementary School?
North Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Ridge Elementary School offer ?
North Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is North Ridge Elementary School part of?
North Ridge Elementary School is part of Waverly-Shell Rock Comm School District.
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