Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Riverton Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverton Elementary School serves the northeast part of Huntsville, AL, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 58.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riverton Elementary School's student population of 596 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverton Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverton Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#54 out of 1275 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
14%
31%
White
67%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolf Cubs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverton Elementary School's ranking?
Riverton Elementary School is ranked #54 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Riverton Elementary School often compared to?
Riverton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lynn Fanning Elementary School, Hampton Cove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Riverton Elementary School?
596 students attend Riverton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Riverton Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverton Elementary School?
Riverton Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverton Elementary School offer ?
Riverton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverton Elementary School part of?
Riverton Elementary School is part of Madison County School District.
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