Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Riverdale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverdale Elementary School's student population of 300 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Riverdale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#351 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
92%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale Elementary School's ranking?
Riverdale Elementary School is ranked #351 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Riverdale Elementary School?
300 students attend Riverdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Riverdale Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverdale Elementary School?
Riverdale Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Riverdale Elementary School offer ?
Riverdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverdale Elementary School part of?
Riverdale Elementary School is part of Dekalb Co Eastern Com Sch School District.
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