Serving 436 students in grades 6-8, Riverside Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside Middle School serves the southeastern area of Billings, MT, covering approximately 13.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distances from the school reaching up to 7.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Middle School's student population of 436 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
15%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
15%
7%
Black
3%
1%
White
57%
76%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Middle School's ranking?
Riverside Middle School is ranked #650 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Riverside Middle School often compared to?
Riverside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis & Clark Middle School, Ben Steele Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Riverside Middle School?
436 students attend Riverside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Riverside Middle School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Middle School?
Riverside Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Riverside Middle School offer ?
Riverside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Middle School part of?
Riverside Middle School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside Middle School located?
Riverside Middle School is located in the Southwest Corridor neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 2 other public schools located in Southwest Corridor.
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