Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Riverside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside Elementary serves the eastern part of Jackson, MN, encompassing an area of approximately 236.5 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 9.4 miles, and the furthest edge located 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Elementary School's student population of 350 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#645 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Elementary School's ranking?
Riverside Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
350 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Riverside Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Elementary School part of?
Riverside Elementary School is part of Jackson County Central School District.
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