Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riker Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riker Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riker Hill Elementary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Riker Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riker Hill Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#209 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
51%
11%
Hispanic
4%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
36%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riker Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Riker Hill Elementary School is ranked #209 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Riker Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Riker Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burnet Hill Elementary School, Collins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Riker Hill Elementary School?
477 students attend Riker Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Riker Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riker Hill Elementary School?
Riker Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riker Hill Elementary School offer ?
Riker Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riker Hill Elementary School part of?
Riker Hill Elementary School is part of Livingston Board Of Education School District.
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