Serving 813 students in grades 4-6, Riverton Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverton Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Riverton Intermediate School's student population of 813 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverton Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverton Intermediate School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#198 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
24%
32%
White
59%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverton Intermediate School's ranking?
Riverton Intermediate School is ranked #198 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Riverton Intermediate School?
813 students attend Riverton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Riverton Intermediate School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverton Intermediate School?
Riverton Intermediate School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverton Intermediate School offer ?
Riverton Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Riverton Intermediate School part of?
Riverton Intermediate School is part of Madison County School District.
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