Serving 142 students in grades 3-5, Riverside Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside Intermediate's attendance zone covers the entire Elwood school district, encompassing approximately 86.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Intermediate's student population of 142 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Riverside Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Intermediate is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Intermediate's ranking?
Riverside Intermediate is ranked #328 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Riverside Intermediate?
142 students attend Riverside Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Riverside Intermediate students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Intermediate?
Riverside Intermediate has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside Intermediate offer ?
Riverside Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Intermediate part of?
Riverside Intermediate is part of Riverside School District.
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