Serving 573 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverview Elementary serves the west part of Farmington, MN, covering an area of approximately 23.1 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverview Elementary School's student population of 573 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverview Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#985 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverview Elementary School's ranking?
Riverview Elementary School is ranked #985 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Riverview Elementary School often compared to?
Riverview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shannon Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Riverview Elementary School?
573 students attend Riverview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Riverview Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverview Elementary School?
Riverview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverview Elementary School offer ?
Riverview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverview Elementary School part of?
Riverview Elementary School is part of Farmington Public School District.
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