Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverside Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside Central Elementary serves the southeast part of Rochester, MN, covering an area of approximately 17.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Central Elementary School's student population of 509 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riverside Central Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)15-19%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Riverside Central Elementary School often compared to?
Riverside Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln K-8 School, Pinewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Riverside Central Elementary School?
509 students attend Riverside Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Riverside Central Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Riverside Central Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Central Elementary School part of?
Riverside Central Elementary School is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside Central Elementary School located?
Riverside Central Elementary School is located in the Slatterly Park neighborhood of Rochester, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Slatterly Park.
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