Primary school student engagement in Chicago Ridge, Illinois

Ridge Central School is a welcoming primary school located in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. Our institution is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for students in the local community. With a focus on academic excellence and character development, Ridge Central School strives to empower students to reach their full potential. Our dedicated staff and faculty work tirelessly to create a safe and supportive atmosphere where students can grow both academically and personally. Join us at 10800 Lyman Avenue and become part of the Ridge Central School family today!

St. Margaret of Scotland School is a private Catholic primary school located at 9833 South Throop Street in Chicago, Illinois. Situated near the Blue Island Ridge, the school serves the communities of Morgan Park, Mount Greenwood, Washington Heights, and the City of Blue Island. With a reputation for scholastic excellence, St. Margaret of Scotland offers a high school preparatory curriculum that prepares students for success academically and socially in high school and beyond. Students from the school go on to attend top high schools in the area such as Seton Academy, Brother Rice, Leo, Marist, Mount Carmel, St. Rita, St. Ignatius, and more. At St. Margaret of Scotland, a standards-based grading approach is utilized, focusing on levels of mastery rather than percentages. This approach helps students set goals, receive support, and monitor their progress effectively. The school also offers virtual instructional sessions through third-party remote learning applications to ensure continuous learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.