Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverchase Ele ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverchase Ele ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Riverchase Ele's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverchase Ele ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverchase Ele is 0.74, 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
#2014 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
31%
5%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
5%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverchase Ele's ranking?
Riverchase Ele is ranked #2014 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Riverchase Ele often compared to?
Riverchase Eleis often viewed alongside schools like Universal Academy - Coppell, Valley Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Riverchase Ele?
441 students attend Riverchase Ele.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Riverchase Ele students are Asian, 31% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverchase Ele?
Riverchase Ele has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverchase Ele offer ?
Riverchase Ele offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Riverchase Ele part of?
Riverchase Ele is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
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