Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverchase Ele ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverchase Elementary serves the northwest part of Coppell, TX, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone are just a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverchase Ele's student population of 496 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
496 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverchase Ele ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverchase Ele is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3022 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
25%
6%
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Hispanic
42%
54%
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Black
23%
13%
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White
5%
24%
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Two or more races
4%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverchase Ele's ranking?
Riverchase Ele is ranked #3022 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Riverchase Ele often compared to?
Riverchase Eleis often viewed alongside schools like Universal Academy - Coppell, Valley Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Riverchase Ele?
496 students attend Riverchase Ele.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Riverchase Ele students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverchase Ele?
Riverchase Ele has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverchase Ele offer ?
Riverchase Ele offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Riverchase Ele part of?
Riverchase Ele is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
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