Serving 188 students in grades 3-6, Riverside Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverside Intermediate School's student population of 188 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Intermediate School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1144 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
93%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Intermediate School's ranking?
Riverside Intermediate School is ranked #1144 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Riverside Intermediate School?
188 students attend Riverside Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Riverside Intermediate School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Intermediate School?
Riverside Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverside Intermediate School offer ?
Riverside Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Intermediate School part of?
Riverside Intermediate School is part of Manchester Community Schools School District.
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