Serving 469 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Riverside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Riverside Elementary serves the southwest part of Fort Worth, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with the furthest point being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Riverside Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
469 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating Learners. Inspiring Leaders. Building a Community of Excellence.
School Rankings
North Riverside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Riverside Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5581 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Riverside Elementary School's ranking?
North Riverside Elementary School is ranked #5581 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are North Riverside Elementary School often compared to?
North Riverside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend North Riverside Elementary School?
469 students attend North Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of North Riverside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Riverside Elementary School?
North Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Riverside Elementary School offer ?
North Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is North Riverside Elementary School part of?
North Riverside Elementary School is part of Keller Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is North Riverside Elementary School located?
North Riverside Elementary School is located in the Summerfields neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Summerfields.
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