Serving 706 students in grades Kindergarten-6, River Bluff Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Bluff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
River Bluff Elementary School's student population of 706 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Bluff Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Bluff Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2559 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
49%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Bluff Elementary School's ranking?
River Bluff Elementary School is ranked #2559 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are River Bluff Elementary School often compared to?
River Bluff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Elementary School, William Saroyan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend River Bluff Elementary School?
706 students attend River Bluff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of River Bluff Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Bluff Elementary School?
River Bluff Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does River Bluff Elementary School offer ?
River Bluff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is River Bluff Elementary School part of?
River Bluff Elementary School is part of Central Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 2/2/2007
Incredible academic opportunities and expectations. Teachers come from a variety of institutions, and are not limited to local colleges. Many clubs are available for student participation including, but not limited to; sign language, drama, choir, etiquette, art, and community awareness. Sports include; track, cross country, wrestling, baseball, football, cheerleading, volleyball, and softball. The facilities are new and kept up beautifully. Parental involvement is extremely high.
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