Serving 155 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence's student population of 155 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#970 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
17%
15%
White
51%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence's ranking?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence is ranked #970 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence often compared to?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Roebling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence?
155 students attend Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence offer ?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence part of?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence is part of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence School District.
School Reviews
5 7/21/2021
My child attended this school from kindergarten to 3rd grade. I would highly recommend this school. The staff is wonderful and the education received has put my student at an advantage moving forward.
5 5/1/2020
Hi, I am an old student of riverbank charter school. I am 12 right now I would like to say that this school brought back so many good memories and that I really enjoyed my time there to all the teachers there hello and goodbye Amelia OUT!
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