Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverdale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverdale Elementary School's student population of 577 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverdale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1764 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
57%
37%
Black
16%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale Elementary School's ranking?
Riverdale Elementary School is ranked #1764 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Riverdale Elementary School often compared to?
Riverdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbor Ridge K-8, Orange County Preparatory Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Riverdale Elementary School?
577 students attend Riverdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Riverdale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverdale Elementary School?
Riverdale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverdale Elementary School offer ?
Riverdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Riverdale Elementary School part of?
Riverdale Elementary School is part of Orange School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Presidents' Day/Teacher Non-Work Day Schools Closed/District Offices Open
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break Schools Closed/District Offices Open
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
End of Fourth Marking Period/ Last Day of School
May 28, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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