Serving 347 students in grades 5-8, Riverton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 15.1 square miles in Riverton, IL. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverton Middle School's student population of 347 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Riverton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverton Middle School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2247 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
5%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverton Middle School's ranking?
Riverton Middle School is ranked #2247 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Riverton Middle School often compared to?
Riverton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilcox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Riverton Middle School?
347 students attend Riverton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Riverton Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverton Middle School?
Riverton Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverton Middle School offer ?
Riverton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Riverton Middle School part of?
Riverton Middle School is part of Riverton CUSD 14 School District.
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