Serving 371 students in grades 3-4, Riverview Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riverview Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Riverview Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverview Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#70 out of 704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverview Elementary School's ranking?
Riverview Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Riverview Elementary School?
371 students attend Riverview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Riverview Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverview Elementary School?
Riverview Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverview Elementary School offer ?
Riverview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverview Elementary School part of?
Riverview Elementary School is part of Shelley Joint School District.
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