Serving 147 students in grades 6-8, Riverton Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverton Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Riverton school district, covering approximately 63.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 7.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverton Middle School's student population of 147 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverton Middle School is 0.32, 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
#947 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Riverton Middle School is ranked #947 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Riverton Middle School often compared to?
Riverton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galena Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Riverton Middle School?
147 students attend Riverton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Riverton Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverton Middle School?
Riverton Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverton Middle School offer ?
Riverton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverton Middle School part of?
Riverton Middle School is part of Riverton School District.
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