What grades does Ridge Elementary School serve?

Ridge Elementary School is a Primary school serving students in Plainfield, IL. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Ridge Elementary School located?

Ridge Elementary School is located at Plainfield, IL in a urban area.

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

Ridge Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.

What schools are in Plainfield, IL?

Plainfield, IL is served by the local school district. Ridge Elementary School is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Ridge Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Plainfield, IL 60586

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

1st Grade Fun FridayEvent

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Oct

Tue

GP McTeacher NightStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

1st Grade Fun FridayEvent

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Oct

Mon

Indigenous Peoples' / Columbus Day - NO SCHOOLEvent

Oct

Mon

Panorama Testing - during Soc. Stud. examDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Board of Education Committee MeetingEvent

6 p.m. – Curriculum & Technology6 p.m. – Personnel, Policy & Administration 7 p.m. - Site/FinanceAgendasYouTube LinkAgendas and instructions for Viewing the Meetings Online WILL BE POSTED 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE AS REQUIRED BY LAW

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

459

Student:Teacher

12.1:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Plainfield SD 202

Phone

(815)577-4630

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

28%

43th percentile in IL

Math Proficiency

17%

34th percentile in IL

Chronic Absenteeism

7.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

45 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.2:1

Near average in IL

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

522

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

39.4

100% fully certified

Psychologists

Social Workers

2.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,896

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$10,494

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$19,086

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 6%State 46%Local 49%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

11.4%

Below 150% poverty line

5.1%

Unemployment rate

5.5%

Uninsured residents

8.5%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,360

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,969

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,355 (34%)

Speech/Language Impairment

720 (18%)

Autism

635 (16%)

Other Health Impairment

566 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

153 (4%)

Intellectual Disability

111 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

481

Current enrollment

Declining(-12% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 2, 2026

1st Grade Fun Friday

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Event

Tue, Oct 6, 2026

GP McTeacher Night

Staff Day

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

1st Grade Fun Friday

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Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Plainfield SD 202. Ridge Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Sat, Sep 5, 2026	Cross Country - Plainfield Pack Labor Day ClassicDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	LABOR DAY No Student AttendanceDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	PTA McTeacher's NightDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Panorama Testing - during Soc. Stud. District-wide	exam	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	GP McTeacher NightDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Indigenous Peoples' / Columbus Day - NO SCHOOL	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Panorama Testing - during Soc. Stud. District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Board of Education Committee Meeting 6 p.m. – Curriculum & Technology6 p.m. – Personnel, Policy & Administration 7 p.m. - Site/FinanceAgendasYouTube LinkAgendas and instructions for Viewing the Meetings Online WILL BE POSTED 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE AS REQUIRED BY LAW	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	End of First Quarter	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at the District Administrative Center.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	School Improvement Day - No Student Attendance Review the school calendar for the full scope of this professional day.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Parent / Teacher Conferences (Evening Hours) Check the conference notice for scheduling and participation details.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Teacher Institute Day - No Student Attendance	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Parent / Teacher Conferences (Daytime Hours) Check the conference notice for scheduling and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at Central Elementary.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Fri, Nov 6, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Board of Education Committee Meeting 6 p.m. – Curriculum & Technology6 p.m. – Personnel, Policy & Administration 7 p.m. - Site/FinanceAgendas and instructions for Viewing the Meetings Online WILL BE POSTED 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE AS REQUIRED BY LAW	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at the District Administrative Center.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Fri, Nov 20, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Recess - NO SCHOOL Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 4, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Board of Education Committee Meeting 6 p.m. – Curriculum & Technology6 p.m. – Personnel, Policy & Administration 7 p.m. - Site/FinanceAgendas and instructions for Viewing the Meetings Online WILL BE POSTED 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE AS REQUIRED BY LAW	Event	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at the District Administrative Center.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of Semester One	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	School Improvement Day - Early Release* * SIP / Early Release:High School: 7:05am - 11:15am Middle School: 7:55am - 12:00pm Elementary: 9:05am - 12:45pm Lakewood Falls: 8:55am - 12:35pm No Pre-K Attendance	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Recess Begins	Event	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	School Improvement Day - No Student Attendance Review the school calendar for the full scope of this professional day.	Event	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Classes Resume Following Winter Recess	Event	—
Fri, Jan 8, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Sat, Jan 9, 2027	Annual Review of Strategic Plan (Special BOE Meeting) The District 202 Board of Education will meet in a special session for the annual review of the district's Strategic Plan at 9 a.m. Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Ira Jones Middle School, 15320 W. 15320 Wallin Dr, Plainfield.	Event	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	Board of Education Committee Meeting 6 p.m. – Curriculum & Technology6 p.m. – Personnel, Policy & Administration 7 p.m. - Site/FinanceAgendas and instructions for Viewing the Meetings Online WILL BE POSTED 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE AS REQUIRED BY LAW	Event	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday - NO SCHOOL	Event	—
Wed, Jan 20, 2027	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at the District Administrative Center.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Fri, Jan 22, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Fri, Jan 29, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Fri, Feb 5, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at Freedom Elementary.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day - NO SCHOOL	Event	—
Wed, Feb 17, 2027	Board of Education Committee Meeting 6 p.m. – Curriculum & Technology6 p.m. – Personnel, Policy & Administration 7 p.m. - Site/FinanceAgendas and instructions for viewing the Meetings Online WILL BE POSTED 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE AS REQUIRED BY LAW	Event	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at the District Administrative Center.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	School Improvement Day - No Student Attendance Review the school calendar for the full scope of this professional day.	Event	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	End of Third Quarter	Event	—
Fri, Mar 5, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 17, 2027	Board of Education Committee Meeting 6 p.m. – Curriculum & Technology6 p.m. – Personnel, Policy & Administration 7 p.m. - Site/FinanceAgendas and instructions for Viewing the Meetings Online WILL BE POSTED 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE AS REQUIRED BY LAW	Event	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at the District Administrative Center.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Spring Break - NO SCHOOL Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 6, 2027	No School for Students, District Institute Day	Event	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at the District Administrative Center.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Thu, Apr 8, 2027	District 202 Board of Education Awards of Excellence District 202 Board of Education Awards of ExcellenceTime: 7 - 9 p.m.Location: Plainfield High School-Central CampusFor more information, visit: https://www.psd202.org/o/pccsd/page/awards-of-excellence.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 13, 2027	51st Annual CAPE Awards Ceremony 51st Annual CAPE Awards Ceremony5:30 - 8:00 p.m.Location: Plainfield South High SchoolFor more information, visit https://www.psd202.org/page/cape.	Event	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	Board of Education Committee Meeting 6 p.m. – Curriculum & Technology6 p.m. – Personnel, Policy & Administration 7 p.m. - Site/FinanceAgendas and instructions for Viewing the Meetings Online WILL BE POSTED 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE AS REQUIRED BY LAW	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at the District Administrative Center.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Fri, Apr 23, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at Heritage Grove Middle School.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	Board of Education Committee Meeting 6 p.m. – Curriculum & Technology6 p.m. – Personnel, Policy & Administration 7 p.m. - Site/FinanceAgendas and instructions for Viewing the Meetings Online WILL BE POSTED 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE AS REQUIRED BY LAW	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Sat, May 15, 2027	High School Graduations High School GraduationsPHS-CC - 10:00am @ 24120 W. Fort Beggs Drive, Plainfield, IL 60544PNHS - 10:00am @ 12005 S. 248th Avenue, Plainfield, IL 60585PSHS - 10:00am @ 7800 W. Caton Farm Road, Plainfield, IL 60586PEHS - 10:00am @ 12001 S. Naperville Road, Plainfield, IL 60585Rainout InfoRain delay up to 7pm, if weather is an issue. Make up Sunday, May 16, 2027 @ 1pm	Event	—
Wed, May 19, 2027	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at the District Administrative Center.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Middle School Promotions (look inside for time details) Middle School Promotion Schedule(Click the school name to access the Live Stream)JFK at 7 p.m. at PEHSTimber Ridge at 5 p.m. / Indian Trail at 7 p.m. at PHS-CCIra Jones at 5 p.m. / Heritage Grove at 7 p.m. at PNHS Aux Sable at 5 p.m. / Drauden Point at 7 p.m. at PSHSIn the event of inclement weather ceremonies will be moved inside.	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	Early Release, School Improvement Day Check the school calendar for early release time and improvement day details.	Event	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	Tentative Last Day of School (if No Emergency Days Used)	Event	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL Review the school calendar for holiday closure dates.	Event	—
Wed, Jun 2, 2027	Tentative Last Day of School - if ALL emergency days are used	Event	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	Board of Education Work Study Check the published agenda for work study topics and details.	Event	—
Fri, Jun 11, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Jun 16, 2027	Board of Education Committee Meeting 6 p.m. – Curriculum & Technology6 p.m. – Personnel, Policy & Administration 7 p.m. - Site/FinanceAgendas and instructions for Viewing the Meetings Online WILL BE POSTED 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE AS REQUIRED BY LAW	Event	—
Fri, Jun 18, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—
Wed, Jun 23, 2027	Board of Education Regular Meeting The District 202 Board of Education will meet in regular session at the District Administrative Center.The meeting will convene at 6:30 p.m. The Board goes immediately into closed session as allowed by law and returns to open session at 7:30 p.m.Agenda and YouTube viewing link will be posted 48 hours before the meeting as required by law.Click here to view the Agenda, YouTube link, or to see the full meeting schedule	Event	—
Fri, Jun 25, 2027	1st Grade Fun Friday Check the event notice for activity details and schedule.	Event	—