Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riker Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riker Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riker Hill Elementary School's student population of 487 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riker Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riker Hill Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#201 out of 2201 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
46%
10%
Hispanic
4%
34%
Black
5%
15%
White
39%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riker Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Riker Hill Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Riker Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Riker Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burnet Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Riker Hill Elementary School?
487 students attend Riker Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Riker Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 39% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riker Hill Elementary School?
Riker Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riker Hill Elementary School offer ?
Riker Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Riker Hill Elementary School part of?
Riker Hill Elementary School is part of Livingston Board Of Education School District.
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