5.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Riverbank, California

6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 6

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 5.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.0/10
Median household income: $90,633
Median home value: $444,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 20%
Avg commute: 29 min
Owner-occupied homes: 69%

How Riverbank compares

California rank

#565 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.3

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$91k

91% of California median

Schools in this city

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 5.0 out of 10, schools in Riverbank show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Riverbank is Riverbank Language Academy with a composite score of 6.8/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Riverbank Language Academy 566 students · Kindergarten–8th	566	Kindergarten–8th	6.8
2	Crossroads Elementary 764 students · Kindergarten–5th	764	Kindergarten–5th	5.0
3	California Avenue Elementary 562 students · Kindergarten–5th	562	Kindergarten–5th	4.1

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Cardozo Middle 520 students · 6th–8th	520	6th–8th	5.0

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Adelante High 46 students · 10th–12th	46	10th–12th	5.1
2	Riverbank High 788 students · 9th–12th	788	9th–12th	4.1

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.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 6
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1
High: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.0/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Riverbank schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Riverbank 📊 Niche Riverbank Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

Riverbank Unified

6 schools · 2,983 students

Sylvan Union Elementary

13 schools · 8,013 students

Nearby Cities

Valley Home (1 school)

Waterford (10 schools)

12 mi

Farmington (1 school)

Other Major Cities in California

Top metros statewide by school count.

Los Angeles 928 schools San Diego 412 schools San Jose 335 schools San Francisco 297 schools Sacramento 273 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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 5.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 6.8/10.

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 6.8/10.

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 5.0/10.

What is the best high school in Riverbank, California?

The top-ranked high school in Riverbank on MySchoolScout is Adelante High with a composite score of 5.1/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.