2 schools in Ridgeway
Ridgeway reports 2 public K-12 schools and approximately 1,529 students enrolled, per NCES, an average school size near 765.
7-year change in Ridgeway
SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25| Name | Level | Grades | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drewry Mason Elementary | Elementary | PK-05 | 382 |
| Magna Vista High | High | 09-12 | 1,147 |
About Ridgeway
Public education in Ridgeway, Virginia runs across 2 schools that serves roughly 1,529 students. By footprint, Ridgeway sits in the small bracket.
On the school-mix side, the city is made up of 1 elementary, and 1 high.
Schools in Ridgeway average about 765 students each, 14% higher than the Virginia norm.
Five-year track record. Combined enrollment now sits at 1,529 students, stayed largely flat from the 1,531 reported in SY 2017-18. On the demographic side, White enrollment moved from 59% to 50% over the same window.
In the discussion threads here, the community for Ridgeway discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.