Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverton Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
It is the mission of the Riverton Unified School District #404 to provide a quality education for all students preparing them to be responsible, productive citizens in an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Riverton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverton Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#572 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
80%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverton Elementary School's ranking?
Riverton Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Riverton Elementary School often compared to?
Riverton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Riverton Elementary School?
306 students attend Riverton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Riverton Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverton Elementary School?
Riverton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverton Elementary School offer ?
Riverton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverton Elementary School part of?
Riverton Elementary School is part of Riverton School District.
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