Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riverfield School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverfield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverfield School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverfield School ranks within the top 10% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverfield School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#63 out of 942 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
47%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%

Hispanic
9%
31%

Black
n/a
12%

White
81%
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverfield School's ranking?
Riverfield School is ranked #63 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Riverfield School often compared to?
Riverfield Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osborn Hill School, Dwight Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Riverfield School?
398 students attend Riverfield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Riverfield School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverfield School?
Riverfield School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Riverfield School offer ?
Riverfield School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverfield School part of?
Riverfield School is part of Fairfield School District.
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