Best Elementary Schools in Ridgewood
The top elementary schools in Ridgewood, ranked by overall rating. A.C.E. Academy for Scholars at the Geraldine Ferraro Campus leads with 63/100, followed by P.S. 81Q Jean Paul Richter and P.S. 088 Seneca. 9 elementary schools in Ridgewood in total.
The ranking
1
A.C.E. Academy For Scholars At The Geraldine Ferraro Campus55-20 METROPOLITAN AVENUE
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
63/100
2
P.S. 81q Jean Paul Richter559 Cypress Avenue
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
58/100
3
P.S. 088 Seneca60-85 CATALPA AVENUE
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
54/100
4
P.S. 071 Forest62-85 FOREST AVENUE
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
53/100
5
P.S. 068 Cambridge59-09 SAINT FELIX AVENUE
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
47/100
6
Learners And Leaders378 Seneca Avenue
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
42/100
7
P.S. 23917-15 WEIRFIELD STREET
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
33/100
8
Notre Dame Catholic Academy62-22 61 STREET
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
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9
Robert E. Peary School16-66 HANCOCK STREET
Pre-K / 3-KK–5 Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best elementary school in Ridgewood?
- A.C.E. Academy for Scholars at the Geraldine Ferraro Campus ranks highest by overall rating (63/100), ahead of P.S. 81Q Jean Paul Richter. The best fit depends on your child — set your family's priorities for a personalized match.
- How many elementary schools are in Ridgewood?
- There are 9 elementary schools in Ridgewood.
- How are these schools ranked?
- By overall rating — the NYC DOE quality composite (on a /100 scale). Run a Smart Match to weigh academics, diversity, programs, commute, and special-education needs against your family's priorities.
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