Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverdale Avenue Community School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale Avenue Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Riverdale Avenue Community School's student population of 314 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Riverdale Avenue Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale Avenue Community School is 0.51, 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
#3851 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
64%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale Avenue Community School's ranking?
Riverdale Avenue Community School is ranked #3851 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Riverdale Avenue Community School often compared to?
Riverdale Avenue Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like P.s. 156 Waverly by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Riverdale Avenue Community School?
314 students attend Riverdale Avenue Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Riverdale Avenue Community School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverdale Avenue Community School?
Riverdale Avenue Community School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverdale Avenue Community School offer ?
Riverdale Avenue Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverdale Avenue Community School part of?
Riverdale Avenue Community School is part of New York City Geographic District #23 School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverdale Avenue Community School located?
Riverdale Avenue Community School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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