Serving 322 students in grades 6-8, Riverside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Middle School's student population of 322 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1120 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
96%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Middle School's ranking?
Riverside Middle School is ranked #1120 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Riverside Middle School often compared to?
Riverside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside High School, Lincoln Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Riverside Middle School?
322 students attend Riverside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Riverside Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Middle School?
Riverside Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside Middle School offer ?
Riverside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside Middle School part of?
Riverside Middle School is part of Riverside Beaver County School District.
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