Riverdale Ridge High School vs West Ridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverdale Ridge High School
Thornton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,784 students
West Ridge Elementary
Thornton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
690 students
| Measure | Riverdale Ridge High School Thornton, Colorado | West Ridge Elementary Thornton, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #162 of 307 | #291 of 993 |
| National rank | #9293 of 16,910 | #19326 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,784 | 690 |
| Enrollment | 1,784 | 690 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.2% | 39% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 64% |
| Math proficiency | – | 45% |
| city | Thornton | Thornton |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Ridge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.4 vs 46.6).
- •West Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39% vs 39.2%).
- •West Ridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 21.8).
- •Riverdale Ridge High School is the larger school with 1,784 students compared with 690.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Riverdale Ridge High School better than West Ridge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Ridge Elementary ranks higher (58.4 vs 46.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Riverdale Ridge High School and West Ridge Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Thornton and Thornton in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverdale Ridge High School: 1,784. West Ridge Elementary: 690. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverdale Ridge High School and West Ridge Elementary rank in Colorado?
Riverdale Ridge High School is 162nd of 307 and West Ridge Elementary is 291st of 993 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).