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Riverside Elementary

Elementary School · ORANGE

3125 PEMBROOK DR, Orlando, FL 32810

Enrollment

548

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,542 of 3,778

In Orlando

#123 of 192

public schools

In district

#171 of 258

ORANGE

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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5.4/10

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About Riverside Elementary

Riverside Elementary is a public elementary school in Orlando, FL, part of ORANGE. Riverside Elementary serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,542 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Riverside Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Riverside 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.9 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,656
Chronic Absenteeism37.8%

Riverside Elementary — Students at Riverside Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2013
ELA
48%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
47.2%
ELA
40.4%
2024
Math
41.3%
ELA
34.3%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Riverside Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in FL
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

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

3125 PEMBROOK DR, Orlando, FL 32810

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINECREST CREEK CHARTER (rated 9.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSEMONT ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKE WESTON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orlando, see our Orlando schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LOCKHART MIDDLE Orlando 0.8 mi 4.3
ONE ACCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Orlando 1.3 mi 5.3
FOREST CITY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Altamonte Springs 1.5 mi 5.9
POSITIVE PATHWAYS TRANSITION CENTER Orlando 1.5 mi 5.9
LOCKHART ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.4 mi 4.9
LAKE WESTON ELEMENTARY Orlando 1.6 mi 7.0
TEAGUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Altamonte Springs 1.9 mi 5.1
SPRING LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs 1.9 mi 5.5
BERYL WISDOM ADVENTIST SCHOOL Orlando 2.0 mi 5.1
KING OF KINGS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Maitland 2.1 mi 5.9
BEAR LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Apopka 2.3 mi
ROSEMONT ELEMENTARY Orlando 2.4 mi 7.2
ASPIRE ACADEMY CHARTER Orlando 2.3 mi 4.3
PINECREST CREEK CHARTER Orlando 2.4 mi 9.6
PRINCETON HOUSE CHARTER Orlando 2.5 mi 3.2
THE LIFE ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Eatonville 2.4 mi 5.9
FOREST LAKE ACADEMY. Apopka 2.7 mi 6.9
BEAR LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apopka 2.8 mi 4.8
HUNGERFORD ELEMENTARY Eatonville 2.8 mi 5.7
CHAMPION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Apopka 2.8 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 32810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,462

Median Home Value

$260,000

Median Rent

$1,545/mo

Population

37,127

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

49.6%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

34.8

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EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Miami, FL 5.4
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HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rockledge, FL 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverside Elementary

What grades does Riverside Elementary serve?

Riverside Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Riverside Elementary?

Riverside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riverside Elementary rank in FL?

Riverside Elementary ranks #2,542 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Riverside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Riverside Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Riverside Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Riverside Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

74.1% of students at Riverside 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

District

ORANGE
District Enrollment
206,815
Schools in District
275
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,656
District Rank
#171 of 258

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