Serving 694 students in grades Kindergarten-6, River Bluff Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California 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 California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: River Bluff Elementary serves the northern part of Fresno, CA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Bluff Elementary School's student population of 694 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
694 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
River Bluff Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Bluff Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2394 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
26%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
49%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
14%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Bluff Elementary School's ranking?
River Bluff Elementary School is ranked #2394 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are River Bluff Elementary School often compared to?
River Bluff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Elementary School, William Saroyan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend River Bluff Elementary School?
694 students attend River Bluff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of River Bluff Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Bluff Elementary School?
River Bluff Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does River Bluff Elementary School offer ?
River Bluff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is River Bluff Elementary School part of?
River Bluff Elementary School is part of Central Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Incredible academic opportunities and expectations. Teachers come from a variety of institutions, and are not limited to local colleges. Many clubs are available for student participation including, but not limited to; sign language, drama, choir, etiquette, art, and community awareness. Sports include; track, cross country, wrestling, baseball, football, cheerleading, volleyball, and softball. The facilities are new and kept up beautifully. Parental involvement is extremely high.
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