Serving 149 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riverside School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside School's student population of 149 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
149 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverside School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1272 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
26%
31%
Black
11%
15%
White
54%
39%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside School's ranking?
Riverside School is ranked #1272 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Riverside School often compared to?
Riverside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hewitt School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Riverside School?
149 students attend Riverside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Riverside School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside School?
Riverside School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
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 Rockville Centre Union Free School District.
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