Average
#1811 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 48% in state
Riverdale Elementary
Elementary School · ORANGE
11301 LOKANOTOSA TRL, Orlando, FL 32817
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,811 of 3,778
In Orlando
#78 of 192
public schools
In district
#113 of 258
ORANGE
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Riverdale Elementary
Riverdale Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Riverdale Elementary serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,811 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Riverdale Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Riverdale 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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Riverdale Elementary — Students at Riverdale Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL 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: 5.6/10.
How Riverdale Elementary Compares
See how Riverdale Elementary 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
11301 LOKANOTOSA TRL, Orlando, FL 32817
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverdale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATERFORD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE ECCLESIAL SCHOOL AT ST. ALBAN'S (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Oviedo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ARBOR RIDGE K-8 (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNIVERSITY HIGH Orlando | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| UCP EAST CHARTER Orlando | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ORANGE COUNTY PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| UCP BAILES COMMUNITY ACADEMY Orlando | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| DOWNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orlando | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| LAWTON CHILES ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| LITTLE LORDS AND LADIES CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Orlando | 2.2 mi | — |
| UNION PARK ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| UNION PARK MIDDLE Orlando | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ARBOR RIDGE K-8 Orlando | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| BONNEVILLE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| LEGACY MIDDLE Orlando | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF EAST ORLANDO Orlando | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| WATERFORD ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| ECON RIVER HIGH CHARTER Orlando | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| THE ECCLESIAL SCHOOL AT ST. ALBAN'S Oviedo | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE Orlando | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY Orlando | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| CARILLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oviedo | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| HAGERTY HIGH SCHOOL Oviedo | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,546
Median Home Value
$327,800
Median Rent
$1,741/mo
Population
37,894
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
56.4%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
30.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDREA CASTILLO PREPARATORY ACADEMY Doral, FL | 6.4 |
| BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bradenton, FL | 6.4 |
| CLAY SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Apopka, FL | 6.4 |
| DIAMOND VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenacres, FL | 6.4 |
| DR. HENRY W. MACK/WEST LITTLE RIVER K-8 CENTER Miami, FL | 6.4 |
| EGYPT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverdale Elementary
What grades does Riverdale Elementary serve?
Riverdale Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Riverdale Elementary?
Riverdale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverdale Elementary rank in FL?
Riverdale Elementary ranks #1,811 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Riverdale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Riverdale Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverdale Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Riverdale Elementary a charter school?
No, Riverdale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverdale Elementary a Title I school?
No, Riverdale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverdale Elementary?
66.6% of students at Riverdale 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 577
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.6%
- Phone
- (407) 737-1400
Resources & Links
District
ORANGE- District Enrollment
- 206,815
- Schools in District
- 275
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,656
- District Rank
- #113 of 258
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