Serving 657 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Riverton School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverton School serves the eastern part of Riverton, UT, encompassing an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Riverton School's student population of 657 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
657 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Riverton School ranks within the top 20% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverton School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 957 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
White
76%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverton School's ranking?
Riverton School is ranked #189 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Riverton School?
657 students attend Riverton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Riverton School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverton School?
Riverton School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riverton School offer ?
Riverton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Riverton School part of?
Riverton School is part of Jordan School District.
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