Serving 455 students in grades 3-6, Riverside El School East ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside El Sch East serves the entire district of Moosic, PA, encompassing an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside El School East's student population of 455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
36 teachers
School Motto
'To think differently and collectively, in order to create a vehicle that will inspire a passion for learning, character, innovation, and social responsibility.'
School Rankings
Riverside El School East ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside El School East is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1570 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
7%
14%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside El School East's ranking?
Riverside El School East is ranked #1570 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Riverside El School East?
455 students attend Riverside El School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Riverside El School East students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Riverside El School East offer ?
Riverside El School East offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside El School East part of?
Riverside El School East is part of Riverside School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside El School East located?
Riverside El School East is located in the Greenwood neighborhood of Moosic, PA.
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