Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverhills Elementary Magnet School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverhills Elementary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Riverhills Elementary Magnet School's student population of 525 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
empowering children to create a better future
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Riverhills Elementary Magnet School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverhills Elementary Magnet School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#747 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
24%
37%
Black
41%
21%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverhills Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Riverhills Elementary Magnet School is ranked #747 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Riverhills Elementary Magnet School?
525 students attend Riverhills Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Riverhills Elementary Magnet School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverhills Elementary Magnet School?
Riverhills Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverhills Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Riverhills Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverhills Elementary Magnet School part of?
Riverhills Elementary Magnet School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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