Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#808 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
48%
32%
Black
32%
12%
White
12%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University's ranking?
Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University is ranked #808 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University often compared to?
Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin Universityis often viewed alongside schools like Glastonbury/east Hartford Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University?
481 students attend Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University?
Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University offer ?
Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University part of?
Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University is part of Goodwin University Educational Services (GUES) School District.
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