Best Schools in Riverbank, California
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Riverbank?
Use this page to compare every school in Riverbank by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Riverbank Language Academy
Elementary · Riverbank Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Riverbank High
High · Riverbank Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Crossroads Elementary
Elementary · Sylvan Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Riverbank for 2026 are Riverbank Language Academy (7.5/10), Riverbank High (7.2/10), and Crossroads Elementary (7.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$444,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$444,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Riverbank schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Riverbank
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Riverbank Language Academy | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Riverbank High | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Crossroads Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Cardozo Middle | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Adelante High | 6.7 / 10 |
| 6 | California Avenue Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $90,633
- Median home value
- $444,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Riverbank compares
California rank
#166 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$91k
91% of California median
Schools in this city
6
Riverbank Unified runs 83% of Riverbank's public schools
Riverbank touches 2 districts, but Riverbank Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Riverbank Unified accounts for 5 of 6 public schools (83%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.3 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Riverbank, not a citywide average.
- Riverbank Unified5 public · 83%
- Sylvan Union Elementary1 public · 17%
About Schools in Riverbank, California
Riverbank, California is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Riverbank show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Riverbank is Riverbank Language Academy with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Riverbank is served by 2 school districts: Riverbank Unified, Sylvan Union Elementary. These districts collectively serve 10,996 students.
Riverbank's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,633. The poverty rate in the area is 13.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 566 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 764 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 562 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 520 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 788 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 46 students · 10th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Riverbank
Riverbank, California · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$90,633
Median Home Value
$444,700
Median Rent
$1,526/mo
Population
25,303
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Community Profile
Riverbank has a median household income of $90,633. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $444,700, with a median rent of $1,526/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.7%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Riverbank, California
How many schools are in Riverbank, California?
Riverbank has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Riverbank, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Riverbank is 6.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Riverbank, California?
The top-ranked school in Riverbank on MySchoolScout is Riverbank Language Academy with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Riverbank, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Riverbank on MySchoolScout is Riverbank Language Academy with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Riverbank, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Riverbank on MySchoolScout is Cardozo Middle with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Riverbank, California?
The top-ranked high school in Riverbank on MySchoolScout is Riverbank High with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Riverbank, California?
Riverbank is served by 2 school districts: Riverbank Unified, Sylvan Union Elementary.
What is the education level in Riverbank, California?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Riverbank have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Riverbank, California?
The median household income in Riverbank is approximately $90,633 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Riverbank, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Riverbank is 20.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Riverbank, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.