Serving 615 students in grades 5-6, Riley Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Riley Upper Elementary School serves the north part of Livonia, MI, covering an area of approximately 15.5 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riley Upper Elementary School's student population of 615 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Riley Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riley Upper Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#735 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
6%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
80%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riley Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Riley Upper Elementary School is ranked #735 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Riley Upper Elementary School?
615 students attend Riley Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Riley Upper Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riley Upper Elementary School?
Riley Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Riley Upper Elementary School offer ?
Riley Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riley Upper Elementary School part of?
Riley Upper Elementary School is part of Livonia Public Schools.
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