Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Riverbend Prep ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverbend Prep's student population of 247 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverbend Prep ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbend Prep is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1903 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
8%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
60%
47%
Black
25%
6%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverbend Prep's ranking?
Riverbend Prep is ranked #1903 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Riverbend Prep?
247 students attend Riverbend Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Riverbend Prep students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Riverbend Prep offer ?
Riverbend Prep offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Riverbend Prep part of?
Riverbend Prep is part of West Valley Arts And Technology Academy Inc. (90036) School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverbend Prep located?
Riverbend Prep is located in the Laveen Village neighborhood of Laveen, AZ. There are 11 other public schools located in Laveen Village.
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