Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Riverside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Elementary School's student population of 350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Year Founded
1921
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#788 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
9%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
51%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Sparty
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Elementary School's ranking?
Riverside Elementary School is ranked #788 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Riverside Elementary School often compared to?
Riverside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minges Brook School, Lamora Park School 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 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
350 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Riverside Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Riverside Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside Elementary School part of?
Riverside Elementary School is part of Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun).
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