Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5, River Bend Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
River Bend Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Bend Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Bend Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#421 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
26%
15%
White
49%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Bend Elementary School's ranking?
River Bend Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are River Bend Elementary School often compared to?
River Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend River Bend Elementary School?
451 students attend River Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of River Bend Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Bend Elementary School?
River Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Bend Elementary School offer ?
River Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is River Bend Elementary School part of?
River Bend Elementary School is part of Parkway C-2 School District.
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