Serving 428 students in grades 3-5, Riverside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverside Elementary School's student population of 428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Riverside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Elementary School is 0.53, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#535 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
8%
9%
White
67%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Elementary School's ranking?
Riverside Elementary School is ranked #535 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Riverside Elementary School often compared to?
Riverside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burleigh Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
428 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Riverside Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside Elementary School part of?
Riverside Elementary School is part of Menomonee Falls School District.
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