Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riviera Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riviera Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Riviera Beach Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riviera Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riviera Beach Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#494 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
6%
33%
White
76%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riviera Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Riviera Beach Elementary School is ranked #494 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Riviera Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Riviera Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Elementary School, High Point 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 25% MD state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Riviera Beach Elementary School?
261 students attend Riviera Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Riviera Beach Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riviera Beach Elementary School?
Riviera Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riviera Beach Elementary School offer ?
Riviera Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riviera Beach Elementary School part of?
Riviera Beach Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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