Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riley Elementary serves the southern part of San Bernardino, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riley Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Riley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riley Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5645 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riley Elementary School's ranking?
Riley Elementary School is ranked #5645 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Riley Elementary School often compared to?
Riley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lida M. Henry Elementary School, Bradley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Riley Elementary School?
462 students attend Riley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Riley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riley Elementary School?
Riley Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riley Elementary School offer ?
Riley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Riley Elementary School part of?
Riley Elementary School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Riley Elementary School located?
Riley Elementary School is located in the Show Place neighborhood of San Bernardino, CA.
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