Serving 748 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rivers Edge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rivers Edge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rivers Edge Elementary School's student population of 748 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
748 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rivers Edge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rivers Edge Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#54 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)90%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
67%
7%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
21%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rivers Edge Elementary School's ranking?
Rivers Edge Elementary School is ranked #54 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Rivers Edge Elementary School often compared to?
Rivers Edge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shady Grove Elementary School, Twin Hickory Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Rivers Edge Elementary School?
748 students attend Rivers Edge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Rivers Edge Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rivers Edge Elementary School?
Rivers Edge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rivers Edge Elementary School offer ?
Rivers Edge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rivers Edge Elementary School part of?
Rivers Edge Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.
In what neighborhood is Rivers Edge Elementary School located?
Rivers Edge Elementary School is located in the Wyndham Forest neighborhood of Glen Allen, VA.
School Reviews
1 10/7/2020
My child is unable to read or write and is being pushed forward from first grade to second to third, we were forced to send him to a good school.
1 9/28/2020
My child was being pushed through the grades, he couldn't read or write, I asked over and over please hold him back, they don't do that.
5 9/12/2012
I love Rivers Edge! For parents, it has high academic standards. For other students, the teachers are great and P.E. is awesome
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