Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverdale Avenue Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverdale Avenue Community School serves a large attendance area in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverdale Avenue Community School's student population of 301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our school will provide all students with a safe and nurturing environment that instills a love of learning.
School Rankings
Riverdale Avenue Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale Avenue Community School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3331 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
67%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Light blue and navy blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale Avenue Community School's ranking?
Riverdale Avenue Community School is ranked #3331 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Riverdale Avenue Community School often compared to?
Riverdale Avenue Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 156 Waverly 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 52% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Riverdale Avenue Community School?
301 students attend Riverdale Avenue Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Riverdale Avenue Community School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverdale Avenue Community School?
Riverdale Avenue Community School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverdale Avenue Community School offer ?
Riverdale Avenue Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverdale Avenue Community School part of?
Riverdale Avenue Community School is part of New York City Geographic District #23.
In what neighborhood is Riverdale Avenue Community School located?
Riverdale Avenue Community School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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