Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Waynesboro Riverview Ele School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynesboro Riverview Ele School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waynesboro Riverview Ele School's student population of 442 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waynesboro Riverview Ele School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waynesboro Riverview Ele School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#622 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
5%
Black
84%
47%
White
6%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynesboro Riverview Ele School's ranking?
Waynesboro Riverview Ele School is ranked #622 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Waynesboro Riverview Ele School?
442 students attend Waynesboro Riverview Ele School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Waynesboro Riverview Ele School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waynesboro Riverview Ele School?
Waynesboro Riverview Ele School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waynesboro Riverview Ele School offer ?
Waynesboro Riverview Ele School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Waynesboro Riverview Ele School part of?
Waynesboro Riverview Ele School is part of Wayne Co School District.
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