Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence

1300 Hornberger Ave
Roebling, NJ 08554
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 154 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence ranks in the top 20% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 154 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 20% in NJ
  • : 70-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence's student population of 154 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
154 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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School Rankings

Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence is 0.65, 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.
This School
State Level (NJ)
#345 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
70-79%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
60-69%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
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Asian
14%
10%
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Hispanic
12%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
16%
15%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence and the percentage of Black public school students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
54%
39%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
4%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New Jersey.
0.65
This chart displays the diversity score of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence and the public school average diversity score of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
31%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence's ranking?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence is ranked #345 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence often compared to?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Roebling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence?
154 students attend Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence students are White, 16% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence offer ?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence part of?
Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence is part of Riverbank Charter School Of Excellence School District.

School Reviews

5   7/21/2021
My child attended this school from kindergarten to 3rd grade. I would highly recommend this school. The staff is wonderful and the education received has put my student at an advantage moving forward.
- Posted by Parent - Shanna
5   5/1/2020
Hi, I am an old student of riverbank charter school. I am 12 right now I would like to say that this school brought back so many good memories and that I really enjoyed my time there to all the teachers there hello and goodbye Amelia OUT!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Amelia

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 154 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 70-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education

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