About the School
- The Ridge School Of The Eastern Shore in Cambridge, MD, is a co–ed special education school serving grades 7 through 12 in a town community setting.
- The school enrolls 42 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 8 teachers.
- Approximately 71% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity in this Cambridge private school.
- The Ridge School is affiliated with the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church and maintains a Seventh Day Adventist religious orientation.
- This Maryland special education school is located near other private options such as Open Bible Academy and Countryside Christian School.
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
71%
State avg.: 39%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Ridge School Of The Eastern Shore?
The application deadline for The Ridge School Of The Eastern Shore is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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