Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Riverside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside Elementary serves the southwest part of Brainerd, MN, covering an area of approximately 98.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with distances from the school to the zone edge averaging 10.9 miles and extending up to 15.8 miles at the furthest points.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Riverside Elementary School creates positive RELATIONSHIPS by being RESPECTFUL and RESPONSIBLE to ourselves and others.
School Rankings
Riverside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 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 0.27, 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
#1019 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Riverside Patriots
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 #1019 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Riverside Elementary School often compared to?
Riverside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baxter Elementary School, Harrison Elementary 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 46% MN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
407 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Riverside Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Elementary School part of?
Riverside Elementary School is part of Brainerd Public School District.
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