North Ridgeville, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
North Ridgeville, Ohio
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Former city hall on Center Ridge Road
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Location of North Ridgeville in Greater Cleveland
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 North Ridgeville, Ohio
Location in Ohio
North Ridgeville, Ohio
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Lorain |
| Area | |
| • Total | 23.60 sq mi (61.12 km2) |
| • Land | 23.44 sq mi (60.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.16 sq mi (0.40 km2) |
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 35,280 |
| • Density | 1,504.99/sq mi (581.07/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
44039
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| Area code(s) | 440 |
| FIPS code | 39-56966 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1086515 |
North Ridgeville is a city located in Lorain County, Ohio, United States. It's on the eastern side of the county. In 2020, about 35,280 people lived there.
North Ridgeville is part of the larger Cleveland metropolitan area. It is known as the fastest-growing city in northern Ohio. It has also been ranked as one of the safest cities in the United States.
The city is about 8 miles (13 km) from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. It is also about 18 miles (29 km) west of downtown Cleveland. North Ridgeville is the third-largest city in Lorain County. It is the 37th most populated city in Ohio.
North Ridgeville is home to a large Riddell Sports Group center. Here, helmets and pads for the National Football League and NCAA are made. The city also has a campus of Lorain County Community College. A branch of University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center is located here too.
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History of North Ridgeville
The first people settled in the area that is now North Ridgeville in 1810. The village got its name from a ridge of land near where the town first started.
Two important historical buildings are in North Ridgeville. The former North Ridgeville Town Hall and the Samuel C. Cahoon House are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized as important historical sites.
Geography and Location
North Ridgeville covers an area of about 23.58 square miles (61.07 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The city has its own post office with the ZIP code 44039. This zip code covers most of North Ridgeville. Some parts of the city use other zip codes like 44035, 44011, and 44044.
North Ridgeville is in eastern Lorain County. It shares borders with several other cities and townships:
- Avon, Lorain County to the north
- Westlake, Cuyahoga County to the northeast
- North Olmsted, Cuyahoga County to the east
- Olmsted Township, Cuyahoga County to the southeast
- Columbia Township, Lorain County at the southeast corner
- Eaton Township, Lorain County to the south
- Elyria, Lorain County to the west
- Sheffield, Lorain County at the northwest corner
Population Changes
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 8,057 | — | |
| 1970 | 13,152 | 63.2% | |
| 1980 | 21,237 | 61.5% | |
| 1990 | 21,564 | 1.5% | |
| 2000 | 22,338 | 3.6% | |
| 2010 | 29,465 | 31.9% | |
| 2020 | 35,280 | 19.7% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 36,240 | 23.0% | |
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2010 Census Information
In 2010, the city had 29,465 people living in 11,500 households. About 8,486 of these were families. The city had about 1,257 people per square mile (485 per square kilometer). There were 12,109 housing units in total.
Most of the people in North Ridgeville were White (95.0%). Other groups included African American (1.5%), Native American (0.2%), and Asian (1.2%). About 3.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
In 2010, about 32.1% of households had children under 18. Most households (61.3%) were married couples. The average age in the city was 40.7 years. About 23.1% of residents were under 18.
Arts and Fun Events
North Ridgeville is famous for its annual North Ridgeville Corn Festival. This festival started in 1975 to celebrate the United States' 200th birthday. The first festival was small, with only 13 booths. Money raised helped the local library move to a new building.
In 1976, the festival also honored Harold Sweet. He was a sweet corn farmer who did a lot for the city. Money from that festival helped buy trees for a new area and flags for City Hall. The committee that organized the festival was renamed the North Ridgeville Corn Festival Committee in 1977.
Parks and Outdoor Activities
North Ridgeville has many parks and places for outdoor fun. These include:
- Sandy Ridge Reservation
- South Central Park
- Frontier Park
- Palmer Field
- Shady Drive Complex
- Soccer Complex
- Victory Park Ohio
Education in North Ridgeville
North Ridgeville has a public library. It is a branch of the Lorain Public Library system.
Public Schools
The North Ridgeville City School District is run by a school board that people vote for. The Ohio Department of Education gave the district a report card for 2015–16. It received a "B" for its "Graduation Rate."
Here are some of the public schools:
- Early Childhood Learning Community (Pre-Kindergarten to Kindergarten)
- Liberty Elementary School (Grades 1–2)
- North Ridgeville Academic Center (Grades 3–8)
There is also the Ranger High Tech Academy. This program is for students in grades 2 through 12 who are interested in STEM.
Public high schools include:
- North Ridgeville High School (NRHS)
- Lorain County Joint Vocational School, located in Oberlin
In 2013, the people of North Ridgeville voted to approve money for new school buildings. A new Rangers Stadium was finished in 2016. The North Ridgeville Academic Center, for grades 3–8, and the new stadium are next to the high school.
Private Schools
Some private schools in the area are:
- Saint Peter School (Grades K-8)
- Lake Ridge Academy (Grades K-12)
Higher Education
Lorain County Community College has a campus in North Ridgeville. It is called the University Partnership Ridge Campus. This campus is near Interstate 480 (Ohio).
Transportation and Roads
North Ridgeville is served by many important highways. These include:
- I-80 (also known as the Ohio Turnpike)
- The Outerbelt South Freeway Interstate 480 (Ohio)
- U.S. Route 20
- Ohio State Route 10
- Ohio State Route 83
- Ohio State Route 113
Famous People from North Ridgeville
Some well-known people have lived in North Ridgeville:
- Joe Charboneau, a baseball player for the Cleveland Indians
- Charles O. Hobaugh, an astronaut
- Martin Mull, an actor and musician
- Dav Pilkey, the author of Dog Man and Captain Underpants books
- Don Pope, a strongman competitor
See also
In Spanish: North Ridgeville (Ohio) para niños
