Below Average
#7488 of 9,539 schools in CA
Riverbank Elementary
Elementary School · Washington Unified
1100 Carrie St., West Sacramento, CA 95605
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,488 of 9,539
In West Sacramento
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
Washington Unified
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Riverbank Elementary
Elementary School in West Sacramento · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Riverbank Elementary
Riverbank Elementary is a public elementary school in West Sacramento, CA, part of Washington Unified. Riverbank Elementary serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverbank Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,488 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Riverbank Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Riverbank Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Riverbank Elementary — Students at Riverbank Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.
How Riverbank Elementary Compares
See how Riverbank Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1100 Carrie St., West Sacramento, CA 95605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverbank Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Unified Virtual Academy (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sacramento Valley Charter (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Larry G. Meeks Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Sacramento), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Sacramento, see our West Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Middle College High West Sacramento | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| River Charter Schools Lighthouse Charter Clarksburg | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BRYTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Bryte Christian Academy West Sacramento | 0.7 mi | — |
| Leroy Greene Academy Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Two Rivers Elementary Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Elkhorn Village Elementary West Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Westfield Village Elementary West Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| CITY OF DHARMA REALM INSTIL GOODNESS EL & DEV West Sacramento | 1.4 mi | — |
| Yolo High West Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Sacramento Valley Charter West Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Washington Unified Virtual Academy West Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Westmore Oaks Elementary West Sacramento | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Bannon Creek Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 2.3 |
| Larry G. Meeks Academy Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Jefferson Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| READ ACADEMY OF SACRAMENTO Sacramento | 1.8 mi | — |
| READ ACADEMY OF SACRAMENTO Sacramento | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| READ Academy of Sacramento Sacramento | 1.8 mi | — |
| LINCOLN PLAZA MONTESSORI Sacramento | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,361
Median Home Value
$375,500
Median Rent
$1,615/mo
Population
14,711
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
47.2%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
32.4
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| Andrew Jackson Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverbank Elementary
What grades does Riverbank Elementary serve?
Riverbank Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Riverbank Elementary?
Riverbank Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverbank Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverbank Elementary is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverbank Elementary rank in CA?
Riverbank Elementary ranks #7,488 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Riverbank Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverbank Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Riverbank Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverbank Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Riverbank Elementary a charter school?
No, Riverbank Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverbank Elementary a Title I school?
No, Riverbank Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverbank Elementary?
90.8% of students at Riverbank Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 598
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Yolo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.6%
- Phone
- (916) 375-7700
Resources & Links
District
Washington Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,481
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,014
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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