Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riveroaks Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riveroaks Elementary School serves the southeast part of Baton Rouge, LA, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riveroaks Elementary School's student population of 492 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Riveroaks Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riveroaks Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#946 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
51%
11%
Black
41%
42%
White
5%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riveroaks Elementary School's ranking?
Riveroaks Elementary School is ranked #946 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Riveroaks Elementary School often compared to?
Riveroaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Oaks Elementary School, Wedgewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Riveroaks Elementary School?
492 students attend Riveroaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Riveroaks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riveroaks Elementary School?
Riveroaks Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riveroaks Elementary School offer ?
Riveroaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riveroaks Elementary School part of?
Riveroaks Elementary School is part of East Baton Rouge Parish School District.
In what neighborhood is Riveroaks Elementary School located?
Riveroaks Elementary School is located in the Broadmoor And Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Baton Rouge, LA. There are 4 other public schools located in Broadmoor And Sherwood Forest.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Riveroaks Elementary School is a school with a great learning environment. Though it is not a school with a variety of programs, children consistently improve their math, reading, writing, and social skills. Considering that roughly 50% of the school have a family language background that is not English, the fact that reading a writing scores progress well at the school speaks volumes to the quality of teaching. (Even if the average scores are lower than average, the starting point was further back for many of the students. The bottom line is, everyone comes out with marked improvements.)
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