Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverton Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Riverton, KS, encompassing approximately 63.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverton Elementary School's student population of 313 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
It is the mission of the Riverton Unified School District #404 to provide a quality education for all students preparing them to be responsible, productive citizens in an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Riverton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverton Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverton Elementary School's ranking?
Riverton Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Riverton Elementary School often compared to?
Riverton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Spring Grove Primary Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Riverton Elementary School?
313 students attend Riverton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Riverton Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverton Elementary School?
Riverton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverton Elementary School offer ?
Riverton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverton Elementary School part of?
Riverton Elementary School is part of Riverton School District.
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