Below Average
#7983 of 9,539 schools in CA
Riverview Middle
Middle School · Mt. Diablo Unified
205 Pacifica Ave., Bay Point, CA 94565
Enrollment
751
Student-Teacher
27.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
751
Student-Teacher
27.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,983 of 9,539
In Bay Point
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#31 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Riverview Middle
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About Riverview Middle
Riverview Middle is a public middle school in Bay Point, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Riverview Middle serves approximately 751 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 27.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Riverview Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,983 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Riverview Middle show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Riverview Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Riverview Middle runs 27.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
34% of students at Riverview Middle 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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Riverview Middle — Students at Riverview Middle score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.6/10.
How Riverview Middle Compares
See how Riverview Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
205 Pacifica Ave., Bay Point, CA 94565
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverview Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rancho Medanos Junior High (rated 6.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Pittsburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, El Dorado Middle (rated 4.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Concord), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bay Point, see our Bay Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shore Acres Elementary Bay Point | 0.3 mi | 2.1 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Bay Point | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Delta View Elementary Pittsburg | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Above and Beyond Academy Bay Point | 1.6 mi | — |
| Bel Air Elementary Bay Point | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Willow Cove Elementary Pittsburg | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Rancho Medanos Junior High Pittsburg | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Concord High Concord | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Monte Gardens Elementary Concord | 3.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Sunrise (Special Education) Concord | 3.8 mi | — |
| Tabernacle Christian, Inc. Concord | 4.2 mi | — |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Concord | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| El Dorado Middle Concord | 4.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Westwood Elementary Concord | 4.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Mountain View Elementary Concord | 4.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Voyager Academy Concord | 4.5 mi | — |
| MYRTLE FARM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord | 4.6 mi | — |
| Parkside Elementary Pittsburg | 3.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Ayers Elementary Concord | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94565 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,035
Median Home Value
$563,300
Median Rent
$2,145/mo
Population
99,933
College Educated
21.6%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
35
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverview Middle
What grades does Riverview Middle serve?
Riverview Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Riverview Middle?
Riverview Middle has an enrollment of approximately 751 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverview Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverview Middle is 27.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverview Middle rank in CA?
Riverview Middle ranks #7,983 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Riverview Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverview Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Riverview Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverview Middle has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Riverview Middle a charter school?
No, Riverview Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverview Middle a Title I school?
No, Riverview Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverview Middle?
81.5% of students at Riverview Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 751
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (925) 458-3216
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #31 of 47
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