Serving 461 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 11:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Elementary School's student population of 461 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 7, 2026
School Motto
Riverside Elementary School creates positive RELATIONSHIPS by being RESPECTFUL and RESPONSIBLE to ourselves and others.
School Mascot
Riverside Patriots
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 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1019 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Riverside Patriots
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
461 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Riverside Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 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 11:1, 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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5 7/9/2012
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