Riverside School 44 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 49%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Math Proficiency: 10-14%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students (20-21)
37 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10-14%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Asian
(20-21)3%
3%
Hispanic
(20-21)43%
13%
Black
(20-21)27%
13%
White
(20-21)19%
66%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)8%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% IN state average).
How many students attend Riverside School 44?
37 students attend Riverside School 44.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Riverside School 44 students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Riverside School 44 offer ?
Riverside School 44 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Riverside School 44 part of?
Riverside School 44 is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside School 44 located?
Riverside School 44 is located in the Riverside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Riverside.
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