Serving 786 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Riverwood Elementary School's student population of 786 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
786 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverwood Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#599 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
15%
25%
White
61%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverwood Elementary School's ranking?
Riverwood Elementary School is ranked #599 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Riverwood Elementary School often compared to?
Riverwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Dell Elementary School, Cleveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Riverwood Elementary School?
786 students attend Riverwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Riverwood Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverwood Elementary School?
Riverwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverwood Elementary School offer ?
Riverwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Riverwood Elementary School part of?
Riverwood Elementary School is part of Johnston County Public Schools School District.
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