Serving 913 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Hall Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: River Hall Elementary School serves the eastern part of Alva, FL, covering an area of approximately 251.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Hall Elementary School's student population of 913 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
913 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
River Hall Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Hall Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2315 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Hall Elementary School's ranking?
River Hall Elementary School is ranked #2315 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are River Hall Elementary School often compared to?
River Hall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Alva School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend River Hall Elementary School?
913 students attend River Hall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of River Hall Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Hall Elementary School?
River Hall Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does River Hall Elementary School offer ?
River Hall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Hall Elementary School part of?
River Hall Elementary School is part of Lee School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day for Students
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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