RIDGEWAY COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Situated in the rolling landscape of Houston, Minnesota, at 35564 County Road 12, Ridgeway Community School operates as an active, independent charter district serving families within the broader Winona metropolitan region. Designed as a close-knit, single-campus district, this open public charter specializes in foundational learning, offering academic programming spanning from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. Nestled within a rural distant setting, the school provides a tranquil, community-centered environment tailored to early childhood and elementary learners during these critical formative years.

According to federal data for the 2024–2025 school year, the district maintains an intimate student body of 97 enrolled children, fostering a personalized and accessible atmosphere for young scholars. A defining strength of Ridgeway Community School is its substantial investment in educator support: the campus is anchored by approximately 20 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by instructional aides and dedicated operational staff, bringing the total district workforce to nearly 39 full-time equivalent positions. This remarkable staffing model yields an exceptionally favorable student-to-teacher ratio of roughly five to one, ensuring that students receive highly individualized instruction and comprehensive learning support. Families and researchers seeking further insight into the district’s primary educational programs can visit their official portal at ridgewayschool.org.