Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riversink Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riversink Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riversink Elementary School's student population of 487 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riversink Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riversink Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#644 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
36%
Black
6%
21%
White
85%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riversink Elementary School's ranking?
Riversink Elementary School is ranked #644 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Riversink Elementary School often compared to?
Riversink Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Medart Elementary School, Shadeville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Riversink Elementary School?
487 students attend Riversink Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Riversink Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riversink Elementary School?
Riversink Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Riversink Elementary School offer ?
Riversink Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Riversink Elementary School part of?
Riversink Elementary School is part of Wakulla School District.
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