Serving 887 students in grades 5-6, Riverside Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Riverside Intermediate School's student population of 887 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Intermediate School is 0.52, 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
#393 out of 1755 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
8%
13%
White
68%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Intermediate School's ranking?
Riverside Intermediate School is ranked #393 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Riverside Intermediate School often compared to?
Riverside Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fall Creek Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Riverside Intermediate School?
887 students attend Riverside Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Riverside Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Intermediate School?
Riverside Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Riverside Intermediate School offer ?
Riverside Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Riverside Intermediate School part of?
Riverside Intermediate School is part of Hamilton Southeastern Schools School District.
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