Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, River Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: River Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Hannibal, OH, encompassing an area of approximately 122 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
River Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1713 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
95%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Elementary School's ranking?
River Elementary School is ranked #1713 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are River Elementary School often compared to?
River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodsfield Elementary School, Beallsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend River Elementary School?
289 students attend River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of River Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Elementary School?
River Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does River Elementary School offer ?
River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Elementary School part of?
River Elementary School is part of Switzerland Of Ohio Local School District.
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