Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Riverside El Sch West ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside El Sch West's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riverside El Sch West is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)55-59%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Riverside El Sch West often compared to?
Riverside El Sch Westis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View El Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
How many students attend Riverside El Sch West?
357 students attend Riverside El Sch West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Riverside El Sch West students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside El Sch West?
Riverside El Sch West has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside El Sch West offer ?
Riverside El Sch West offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Riverside El Sch West part of?
Riverside El Sch West is part of Riverside SD School District.
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