Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riverside School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside School serves the southeast area of Riverside, CT, encompassing approximately 2.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 1.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverside School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1933
School Rankings
Riverside School ranks within the top 1% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside School is 0.45, 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
#1 out of 939 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (99-00)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Riverside Rangers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside School's ranking?
Riverside School is ranked #1 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Riverside School often compared to?
Riverside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Greenwich School, North Mianus School, International School At Dundee by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Riverside School?
440 students attend Riverside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Riverside School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside School?
Riverside School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Riverside School offer ?
Riverside School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside School part of?
Riverside School is part of Greenwich School District.
School Calendar
View the Riverside School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Election Day - Schools Closed
November 03, 2026 (Tuesday)
Veteran's Day - SCHOOLS OPEN
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Recess - Schools Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Recess - Schools Closed
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Professional Learning Day - Schools Closed - K-8 Conferences
December 07, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
This is a great school however there are so not-so-great teachers as well.
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