Serving 599 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Riverbank Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverbank Elementary serves the northeast portion of West Sacramento, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of around 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverbank Elementary School's student population of 599 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
599 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverbank Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbank Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9006 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
17%
12%
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Hispanic
59%
56%
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Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
15%
20%
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Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverbank Elementary School's ranking?
Riverbank Elementary School is ranked #9006 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Riverbank Elementary School often compared to?
Riverbank Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeway Island Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Riverbank Elementary School?
599 students attend Riverbank Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Riverbank Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverbank Elementary School?
Riverbank Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riverbank Elementary School offer ?
Riverbank Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Riverbank Elementary School part of?
Riverbank Elementary School is part of Washington Unified School District.
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