Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riverbend Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverbend Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverbend Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbend Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1132 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
65%
58%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverbend Elementary School's ranking?
Riverbend Elementary School is ranked #1132 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Riverbend Elementary School often compared to?
Riverbend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thurston Elementary School, Elizabeth Page Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Riverbend Elementary School?
475 students attend Riverbend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Riverbend Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverbend Elementary School?
Riverbend Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverbend Elementary School offer ?
Riverbend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverbend Elementary School part of?
Riverbend Elementary School is part of Springfield SD 19 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
My daughter is a very shy little girl and the teachers here are amazing with her! They have really helped her grow out of her shy little ways! She is finally raising her hand in class and asking questions! I love all the teachers her!
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