Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverdale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Riverdale Elementary School's student population of 533 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
533 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverdale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#689 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
42%
21%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.3%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale Elementary School's ranking?
Riverdale Elementary School is ranked #689 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Riverdale Elementary School often compared to?
Riverdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meherrin Elementary School, Nottoway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Riverdale Elementary School?
533 students attend Riverdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Riverdale Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverdale Elementary School?
Riverdale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverdale Elementary School offer ?
Riverdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverdale Elementary School part of?
Riverdale Elementary School is part of Southampton County School District.
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