Serving 153 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence's student population of 153 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#349 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
12%
34%
Black
16%
15%
White
53%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence's ranking?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence is ranked #349 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence often compared to?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Roebling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence?
153 students attend Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence offer ?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence part of?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence is part of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence School District.
School Reviews
5 7/21/2021
My child attended this school from kindergarten to 3rd grade. I would highly recommend this school. The staff is wonderful and the education received has put my student at an advantage moving forward.
5 5/1/2020
Hi, I am an old student of riverbank charter school. I am 12 right now I would like to say that this school brought back so many good memories and that I really enjoyed my time there to all the teachers there hello and goodbye Amelia OUT!
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