Riverside Elementary School serves 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Math Proficiency: 36%
- Reading Proficiency: 34%
- Attendance Zone: Riverside School serves the northern part of Elmira, NY, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Elementary School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riverside Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)36%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)34%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
13%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
61%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
19%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% NY state average).
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
375 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Riverside Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverside Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside Elementary School part of?
Riverside Elementary School is part of Elmira City School District.
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