Serving 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Riverdale School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverdale School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Riverdale, NJ, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Riverdale School's student population of 273 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverdale School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale School is 0.57, 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
#760 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale School's ranking?
Riverdale School is ranked #760 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Riverdale School often compared to?
Riverdale Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockaway Valley School, North Boulevard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Riverdale School?
273 students attend Riverdale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Riverdale School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverdale School?
Riverdale School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverdale School offer ?
Riverdale School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverdale School part of?
Riverdale School is part of Riverdale School District.
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