Serving 23 students in grades 6-12, Riverside School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Riverside School's student population of 23 students has grown by 130% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riverside School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
44%
12%
White
17%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside School?
The graduation rate of Riverside School is 50%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Riverside School?
23 students attend Riverside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Riverside School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside School?
Riverside School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside School offer ?
Riverside School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Riverside School part of?
Riverside School is part of Intermediate School District 917.
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