Serving 455 students in grades 3-5, Riverside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside Elementary serves the eastern part of Menomonee Falls, WI, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverside Elementary School's student population of 455 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
455 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#535 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Elementary School's ranking?
Riverside Elementary School is ranked #535 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Riverside Elementary School often compared to?
Riverside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burleigh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
455 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Riverside Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside Elementary School part of?
Riverside Elementary School is part of Menomonee Falls School District.
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