Serving 537 students in grades 6-8, Riverside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Riverside Middle School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#678 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
15%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
5%
Black
3%
1%
White
55%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Middle School's ranking?
Riverside Middle School is ranked #678 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Riverside Middle School often compared to?
Riverside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis & Clark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Riverside Middle School?
537 students attend Riverside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Riverside Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Middle School?
Riverside Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Riverside Middle School offer ?
Riverside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Riverside Middle School part of?
Riverside Middle School is part of Billings Elem School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside Middle School located?
Riverside Middle School is located in the Southwest Corridor neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 2 other public schools located in Southwest Corridor.
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