Serving 523 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cameron Park Elementary serves the eastern part of Hillsborough, NC, covering an area of approximately 30.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges located about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Park Elementary School's student population of 523 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
523 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage, Challenge, Inspire!
School Rankings
River Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Park Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#853 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Park Elementary School's ranking?
River Park Elementary School is ranked #853 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are River Park Elementary School often compared to?
River Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsborough Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend River Park Elementary School?
523 students attend River Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of River Park Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Park Elementary School?
River Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does River Park Elementary School offer ?
River Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Park Elementary School part of?
River Park Elementary School is part of Orange County Schools.
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