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#3 of 990 schools in CT

Top 1% in state

Riverside School

Elementary School · Greenwich School District

90 Hendrie Ave., Riverside, CT 06878

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

9.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#3 of 990

In Riverside

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 15

Greenwich School District

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Riverside School

9.7/10

Elementary School in Riverside · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

International School at Dundee

9.7/10

Riverside, CT. Compare side by side with Riverside School before ruling this option in or out.

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9.4/10

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About Riverside School

Riverside School is a public elementary school in Riverside, CT, part of Greenwich School District. Riverside School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Riverside School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 9.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.8
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency91% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency89% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)79% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,488
Chronic Absenteeism8.5%

Riverside School — Students at Riverside School score 89% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 79%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

1.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 89.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 91.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
96%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
99.5%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
84%
ELA
89%
2021*
Math
84%
ELA
89%
2022
Math
87%
ELA
91%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Riverside School Compares

See how Riverside School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.7/10
100th percentile in CT
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

90 Hendrie Ave., Riverside, CT 06878

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. International School At Dundee (rated 9.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is North Mianus School (rated 9.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Old Greenwich School (rated 9.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Old Greenwich), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Eastern Middle School Riverside 0.2 mi 9.4
Old Greenwich School Old Greenwich 0.7 mi 9.5
International School At Dundee Riverside 1.3 mi 9.7
Cos Cob School Cos Cob 1.1 mi 8.4
North Mianus School Riverside 1.7 mi 9.6
FUSION ACADEMY - GREENWICH Stamford 1.6 mi
Central Middle School Greenwich 1.7 mi 8.2
Westover School Stamford 1.9 mi 6.4
Greenwich High School Greenwich 1.8 mi 8.7
THE GREENWICH COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Greenwich 2.1 mi 5.8
Stamford Charter School for Excellence Stamford 2.2 mi 5.0
Julian Curtiss School Greenwich 2.0 mi 7.8
Hart School Stamford 2.4 mi 7.2
WATERSIDE SCHOOL Stamford 2.2 mi 8.1
Stillmeadow School Stamford 2.8 mi 6.4
Cloonan School Stamford 2.5 mi 3.7
J. M. Wright Technical High School Stamford 2.6 mi 6.2
North Street School Greenwich 2.7 mi 9.5
BRUNSWICK SCHOOL Greenwich 2.4 mi 6.6
GREENWICH ACADEMY Greenwich 2.6 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06878 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$1,899,000

Median Rent

$2,367/mo

Population

8,446

College Educated

78.7%

Homeownership

83.8%

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

40.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
International School At Dundee Riverside, CT 9.7
Poquonock Elementary School Windsor, CT 9.7
South School New Canaan, CT 9.7
West School New Canaan, CT 9.7
Farmingville Elementary School Ridgefield, CT 9.6
Laurel Literacy Academy Bloomfield, CT 9.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverside School

What grades does Riverside School serve?

Riverside School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Riverside School?

Riverside School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside School?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riverside School rank in CT?

Riverside School ranks #3 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Riverside School's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.7 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Riverside School a charter school?

No, Riverside School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Riverside School a Title I school?

No, Riverside School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverside School?

1.1% of students at Riverside 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Riverside School stack up?

International School At Dundee
9.7

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
1.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

District

Greenwich School District
District Enrollment
8,589
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,488
District Rank
#1 of 15

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