Serving 98 students in grades 6-8, Riverdale Avenue Middle 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 20-24% (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 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverdale Avenue Middle School's student population of 98 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
98 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Motto
La excelencia es el resultado gradual de esforzarse siempre por mejorar.
School Rankings
Riverdale Avenue Middle 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 Middle School is 0.51, 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
#3906 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
29%
31%
Black
64%
15%
White
5%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Riverdale Avenue Middle School is ranked #3906 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Middle School?
98 students attend Riverdale Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Riverdale Avenue Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverdale Avenue Middle School?
Riverdale Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverdale Avenue Middle School offer ?
Riverdale Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverdale Avenue Middle School part of?
Riverdale Avenue Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #23.
In what neighborhood is Riverdale Avenue Middle School located?
Riverdale Avenue Middle School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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