Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riverside Applied Lrn Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Applied Lrn Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Riverside Applied Lrn Center's student population of 215 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside Applied Lrn Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Applied Lrn Center is 0.45, which is less 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
#4419 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
72%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
10%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Applied Lrn Center's ranking?
Riverside Applied Lrn Center is ranked #4419 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Riverside Applied Lrn Center often compared to?
Riverside Applied Lrn Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Oakhurst Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Riverside Applied Lrn Center?
215 students attend Riverside Applied Lrn Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Riverside Applied Lrn Center students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Applied Lrn Center?
Riverside Applied Lrn Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside Applied Lrn Center offer ?
Riverside Applied Lrn Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Riverside Applied Lrn Center part of?
Riverside Applied Lrn Center is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside Applied Lrn Center located?
Riverside Applied Lrn Center is located in the Bonnie Brae neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Bonnie Brae.
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