Riverbend Elementary School

320 51st St
Springfield, OR 97478
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riverbend Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 475 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Bottom 50% in OR
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

School Overview

Riverbend Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026

School Rankings

Riverbend Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbend Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OR)
#990 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-24%
31%
15-19%
44%
10-14%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
65%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Riverbend Elementary School's ranking?
Riverbend Elementary School is ranked #990 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Riverbend Elementary School often compared to?
Riverbend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thurston Elementary School, Elizabeth Page Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Riverbend Elementary School?
475 students attend Riverbend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Riverbend Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverbend Elementary School?
Riverbend Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverbend Elementary School offer ?
Riverbend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverbend Elementary School part of?
Riverbend Elementary School is part of Springfield SD 19 School District.

School Reviews

5   11/15/2012
My daughter is a very shy little girl and the teachers here are amazing with her! They have really helped her grow out of her shy little ways! She is finally raising her hand in class and asking questions! I love all the teachers her!
- Posted by Parent - myski

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 475 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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