For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 273 students in Riverdale, NJ.
The top-ranked public school in Riverdale, NJ is Riverdale School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riverdale, NJ public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Riverdale have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Riverdale, NJ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverdale School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
52 Newark Pompton Turnpike
Riverdale, NJ 07457
(973) 839-1300
Riverdale, NJ 07457
(973) 839-1300
Gr: PK-8 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Riverdale, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in Riverdale, NJ include Riverdale School.
How many public schools are located in Riverdale?
1 public schools are located in Riverdale.
What is the racial composition of students in Riverdale?
Riverdale public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.