Serving 297 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Riverdale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverdale Elementary School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverdale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#448 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale Elementary School's ranking?
Riverdale Elementary School is ranked #448 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Riverdale Elementary School?
297 students attend Riverdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Riverdale Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverdale Elementary School?
Riverdale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Riverdale Elementary School offer ?
Riverdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Riverdale Elementary School part of?
Riverdale Elementary School is part of Dekalb Co Eastern Com Sch School District.
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