Serving 307 students in grades 6-8, Riverside Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania 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% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside MS's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ellwood City, PA, encompassing approximately 49.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.7 miles and the furthest edge located 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Middle School's student population of 307 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
307 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks within the top 30% 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 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#810 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Middle School's ranking?
Riverside Middle School is ranked #810 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
307 students attend Riverside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Riverside Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Middle School?
Riverside Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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