River Terrace Elementary School serves 139 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 20-29% (which was lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-39% (which was lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was higher than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)20-29%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)30-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
100%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% DC state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% DC state average).
How many students attend River Terrace Elementary School?
139 students attend River Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of River Terrace Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Terrace Elementary School?
River Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does River Terrace Elementary School offer ?
River Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is River Terrace Elementary School part of?
River Terrace Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia Public Schools.
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