Florida Ruffin Ridley

Florida Ruffin Ridley serves students K-8 in Coolidge Corner.

Florida Ruffin Ridley School serves Brookline students in grades K-8.

Florida Ruffin Ridley

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8

345 Harvard St, Brookline, MA

Coolidge Corner Neighborhood

Public Schools of Brookline

2.3

4.3

830 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Jennifer Buller

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1

Math Proficiency
69%

Reading Proficiency
63%

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

63%

Math Proficiency

69%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 14:1 Teachers 62	Full Time Teachers 62
Teachers in First or Second Year 20.2%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

201:1

Student Diversity

Female 51.4%	Male 48.6%
White 53.3%	Asian 16.7%
Hispanic 13.1%	Two or more races 11.6%
Black 5.3%

School Rankings

#28 Best Public MS in Massachusetts

Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

1.0 Alum

2/3/2026

FRR was a horrible, deeply traumatizing experience that has left me scarred for life. There is nothing that can fix this pit of despair.

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1.0 parent

11/1/2024

My son had the worse life experience !! I will never recommend this school for American kids with Arab ethnicity !!! Racism is huge there and they won’t care about those kids !!! We are so DISGUSTED !! Our son suffered from a Severe depression while he was there for just one month and he’s only 10 y...

5.0 parent

8/13/2024

My kid did 2 years there going into 3rd. She had a great experience so far both socially and academically. The social drama was resolved via the teacher with no lasting issues. Was lucky to have great teachers. Facilities are amazing. Only thing to add would be more enrichment via the maker room the...

5.0 parent

2/17/2020

excellent for fifth graders, Classmates are kind to each other

5.0 parent

12/8/2018

Amazing school with great teachers and terrific spirit

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Deborah M Gordon

Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

(857) 425-1550

101 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$538,880 Price

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Anne Marie Oxner

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

(351) 666-4715

24 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$770,000 Price

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Sean Preston

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

(781) 730-7845

58 Total Sales

17 in Attendance Zone

$930K - $5M Price Range

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Eric Rollo

The Agency Boston

(774) 271-5515

41 Total Sales

1 in Attendance Zone

$1,920,000 Price

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Jay Liu

Jiang Hua Liu

(781) 790-4120

30 Total Sales

2 in Attendance Zone

$735K - $850K Price Range

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Keller Williams Realty

(781) 661-5797

94 Total Sales

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List Price Range

$546K - $4.6M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$1,353,396

Median Lot Size

6,098 Sq Ft

% Renters

64%

Average Household Income

$140,868

% of College Grads

84.5%

Median Age

Average House Size

3,525 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

26.8%

Homes for Sale

$429,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
447 Sq Ft

40 Winchester St
Unit 8

Charming 1 bedroom condo in Coolidge Corner -Top floor — walk to the C Line, buses & Mass Pike, plus all the shops/restaurants of Coolidge Corner & Washington Square. Low condo fee keeps carrying costs down, and owner-occupants may qualify for Brookline's residential tax exemption for added savings....

Jay Liu

Jiang Hua Liu

(617) 764-9414

$2,349,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,897 Sq Ft

21 Crowninshield Rd
Unit 21

Newly staged!!! This mint condition 3+ bedroom, 3.5 bath corner townhouse is offered for the first time since it was built in 2022. The space has been thoughtfully updated with custom built-in shelving and a striking Italian Aqua Blue matte tile surround framing the gas fireplace—complementing the s...

Bill Gehan

Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

(857) 314-2644

$749,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
768 Sq Ft

60 Babcock St
Unit 53

Beautifully renovated 5th-floor condo in the heart of Coolidge Corner with spectacular, unobstructed views of the Boston skyline and gorgeous sunrises. This spacious, sun-filled 1-bedroom home features floor-to-ceiling windows, a large private balcony, and desirable southeast exposure that fills the...

Kathy Halley

Hammond Residential Real Estate

(617) 989-1722

$2,295,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,571 Sq Ft

131 Winchester St
Unit 131
New 11 days ago

Welcome to this beautiful and sun-filled four-bedroom home in an exceptional Coolidge Corner location. New in 2016 this thoughtfully designed residence offers generous living space, wonderful natural light, and an inviting flow that makes everyday living and entertaining effortless. The main level f...

Deborah M Gordon

Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

(857) 847-5842

$549,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
770 Sq Ft

12 James St
Unit B

In the center of the action in vibrant Coolidge Corner, this unique condo combines a premier location with one-floor living, in a beautiful brick building on a highly coveted street. Freshly painted and in fantastic condition, this home stands out as a true gem. The gracious open floor plan offers c...

Brenda vanderMerwe Hammond Residential Real Estate

$3,848,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,924 Sq Ft

40 Stedman St

Stunning, four-bedroom, 3.5-bath townhouse delivering three levels of luxury living, plus an additional unfinished lower level, and the ease of a private elevator serving all four floors. The open-concept main level features a showpiece chef’s kitchen with Taj Mahal Quartzite countertops, custom cab...

Nathan Klairmont Concept Properties

$2,860,000

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,768 Sq Ft

177 Thorndike St
Unit 1

From the white picket fence and private yard to the oversized covered front porch, this exceptionally renovated townhome welcomes with charm before you even step inside. Enter into the open kitchen featuring custom cabinetry and quartz countertops, anchored by a soaring 4-story floating staircase wi...

Liz Dehler Donnelly + Co.

$3,545,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,533 Sq Ft

90 Columbia St
Unit 90

Spectacular single-family alternative. This side-by-side Contemporary Luxury townhouse, newly constructed in 2017, features all the luxury you would expect. Sprawling living room and dining. The eat-in kitchen has custom cabinetry, Thermador appliances, and marble countertops. The kitchen has direct...

Sheila White Compass

$430,000

1 Bath
405 Sq Ft

50 Green St
Unit 207
New 7 days ago

This studio is right in the heart of Coolidge Corner. Located on a quiet, coveted street just steps to Beacon street, the T and all that Coolidge Corner has to offer, this bright studio space comes with one assigned parking space and a private outdoor balcony. Owned by the same family for many years...

Kerrianne Ciccone William Raveis R. E. & Home Services

$649,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
745 Sq Ft

60 Babcock St
Unit 32
New 5 days ago

Bright and inviting one-bedroom condo in a professionally managed elevator building in the heart of Coolidge Corner. This spacious 745 sq ft unit features hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a recently renovated kitchen with modern finishes, ample cabinet storage, dishwasher, disposal, and ...

Ning Sun United Real Estate, LLC

$2,450,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,553 Sq Ft

143 Coolidge St
Unit 1
New 13 days ago

At 143 Coolidge St, Brookline, MA, an exceptional condominium originally built in 1900 and completely rebuilt in 2026 offers 2,553 square feet of refined living space. This residence, spanning the entirety of the first two levels, presents a sophisticated interpretation of classic architecture seaml...

Tom Lambert Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

$675,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
764 Sq Ft

97 Fuller St
Unit 4
New 13 days ago

Move right in to this pristine, beautifully renovated & freshly painted 2 bed residence tucked along one of Coolidge Corner’s most picturesque tree-lined streets. Set within a classic Brookline Brownstone, this stylish urban retreat blends timeless architectural character w/crisp, modern finishes & ...

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Homes for Rent

$4,700 per month

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,700 Sq Ft

40 Naples Rd
Unit B
Brookline, MA

Available September 1st. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED Spacious two bedroom, two bathroom garden-level apartment located in the heart of historic Coolidge Corner, one of Brookline's most convenient and desirable neighborhoods. This unit offers a generous layout, great natural light, washer and dryer includ...

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$2,643 - $7,724 per month

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1-2 Baths
284+ Sq Ft

1284 Beacon St
Brookline, MA

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$3,000 - $4,875 per month

Dexter Park
1 - 3 Beds
1-2 Baths
589+ Sq Ft

175 Freeman St
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$4,950 - $5,600 per month

1404-1406 Beacon Street
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,800+ Sq Ft

1404-1406 Beacon St
Brookline, MA

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Condo for Rent
Studio
1 Bath

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2 - 6 Beds
1-2 Baths
9,999 Sq Ft

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1.5 Baths
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1406 Beacon St
Unit 2
Brookline, MA

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$2,550 per month

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1 - 2 Beds
1 Bath
680+ Sq Ft

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$2,800 per month

Condo for Rent
Studio
1 Bath

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Unit 201
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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Brookline High School

9th to 12th
Public

A+

Boston Arts Academy

Public

Boston Latin School

7th to 12th
Public

A+

Knyvet Square

Picnic Area

Lawton Playground

Basketball
Trails
Playground

Coolidge Park

Picnic Area
Playground

Pierce School Playground

Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails

Hall's Pond Sanctuary

Trails

Longwood Playground

Baseball/Softball
Tennis
Trails

Amory Park & Playground

Lake
Picnic Area
Tennis

Griggs Park

Picnic Area
Trails

Mason Square

Multi-Purpose Field

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Massachusetts Norfolk County Brookline 02446 Coolidge Corner

Florida Ruffin Ridley is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-8 in Brookline, MA and is served by the Public Schools of Brookline in Massachusetts. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 830 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 69% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 63% are proficient in reading. Florida Ruffin Ridley has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,353,396. Discover additional schools in the area, like Brookline High School, Boston Arts Academy, Boston Latin School, and more. Learn more about what Brookline has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Florida Ruffin Ridley.

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