Excellent
#148 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 14% in state
Riverside West Elem. School
Elementary School · RIVERSIDE SCHOOL DISTRICT
P O BOX 178, Lake City, AR 72437
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#148 of 1,036
In Lake City
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Riverside West Elem. School
Elementary School in Lake City · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Riverside West Elem. School
Riverside West Elem. School is a public elementary school in Lake City, AR, part of RIVERSIDE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Riverside West Elem.
School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside West Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #148 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside West Elem. School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Riverside West Elem. School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Riverside West Elem. School — Students at Riverside West Elem. School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Riverside West Elem. School Compares
See how Riverside West Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O BOX 178, Lake City, AR 72437
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside West Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BUFFALO ISLAND CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Leachville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BROOKLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Brookland), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RIVERSIDE EAST ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Caraway), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lake City, see our Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Lake City | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| BUFFALO ISLAND CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Monette | 7.4 mi | 5.8 |
| RIVERSIDE EAST ELEM. SCHOOL Caraway | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay | 8.1 mi | 5.1 |
| BAY HIGH SCHOOL Bay | 8.1 mi | 6.7 |
| BROOKLAND HIGH SCHOOL Brookland | 9.4 mi | 5.3 |
| BROOKLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Brookland | 9.4 mi | 6.1 |
| TRUMANN MIDDLE SCHOOL Trumann | 10.7 mi | 3.8 |
| TRUMANN PREK AND PARENT CENTER Trumann | 10.8 mi | 3.1 |
| BROOKLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brookland | 9.8 mi | 7.7 |
| TRUMANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Trumann | 10.8 mi | 2.8 |
| BROOKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Brookland | 9.9 mi | 6.6 |
| TRUMANN HIGH SCHOOL Trumann | 11.1 mi | 4.0 |
| NETTLETON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Jonesboro | 10.9 mi | 4.6 |
| NETTLETON HIGH SCHOOL Jonesboro | 11.0 mi | 4.1 |
| NETTLETON STEAM INTERMEDIATE Jonesboro | 11.3 mi | 4.0 |
| UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS SCHOOL OF MEDICAL ARTS Jonesboro | 11.4 mi | 3.4 |
| UNIVERSITY HGTS. ELEM. SCHOOL Jonesboro | 11.5 mi | 5.5 |
| GREENE CTY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Paragould | 13.7 mi | 6.2 |
| BUFFALO ISLAND CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leachville | 13.2 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72437 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,177
Median Home Value
$141,400
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
3,386
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
34.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HORATIO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Horatio, AR | 8.0 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fayetteville, AR | 8.0 |
| WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greers Ferry, AR | 8.0 |
| COUNTY LINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Branch, AR | 8.1 |
| IVY HILL PREPARATORY ACADEMY Little Rock, AR | 7.9 |
| MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marshall, AR | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside West Elem. School
What grades does Riverside West Elem. School serve?
Riverside West Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Riverside West Elem. School?
Riverside West Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside West Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside West Elem. School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverside West Elem. School rank in AR?
Riverside West Elem. School ranks #148 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Riverside West Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside West Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Riverside West Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside West Elem. School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Riverside West Elem. School a charter school?
No, Riverside West Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverside West Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Riverside West Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverside West Elem. School?
64.1% of students at Riverside West Elem. School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Craighead County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.0%
- Phone
- (870) 237-8222
Resources & Links
District
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 735
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,289
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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