Serving 272 students in grades 3-5, Riverside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Elementary School's student population of 272 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2081 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Elementary School's ranking?
Riverside Elementary School is ranked #2081 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
272 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Riverside Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverside Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Riverside Elementary School part of?
Riverside Elementary School is part of Constantine Public School District.
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