Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rivermont Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rivermont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rivermont Elementary School's student population of 379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rivermont Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rivermont Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#466 out of 1761 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
27%
21%
White
44%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rivermont Elementary School's ranking?
Rivermont Elementary School is ranked #466 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Rivermont Elementary School?
379 students attend Rivermont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Rivermont Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rivermont Elementary School?
Rivermont Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rivermont Elementary School offer ?
Rivermont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rivermont Elementary School part of?
Rivermont Elementary School is part of Hamilton County School District.
In what neighborhood is Rivermont Elementary School located?
Rivermont Elementary School is located in the Stuart Heights And Rivermont neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.
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