Very Good
#151 of 719 schools in ID
Top 21% in state
River Valley Elementary School
Elementary School · JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2
2900 EAST RIVER VALLEY STREET, Meridian, ID 83646
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#151 of 719
In Meridian
#19 of 44
public schools
In district
#30 of 60
JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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River Valley Elementary School
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About River Valley Elementary School
River Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Meridian, ID, part of JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2. River Valley Elementary School serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. River Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #151 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for River Valley Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- ID avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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River Valley Elementary School — Students at River Valley Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How River Valley Elementary School Compares
See how River Valley Elementary School 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
2900 EAST RIVER VALLEY STREET, Meridian, ID 83646
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Boise), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHIEF JOSEPH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CECIL D ANDRUS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Boise), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Meridian, see our Meridian schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| PATHWAYS MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MERIDIAN MEDICAL ARTS CHARTER Meridian | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| MERIDIAN TECHNICAL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| USTICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| CROSSROADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| MERIDIAN ACADEMY Meridian | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| PIONEER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Boise | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| CHIEF JOSEPH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Meridian | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| LEWIS & CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| LOWELL SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| BOISE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| REBOUND SCHOOL OF OPPORTUNITY Meridian | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ELIZA HART SPALDING STEM ACADEMY Boise | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS-SECONDARY Meridian | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| CECIL D ANDRUS ELEMENTARY Boise | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| PETRA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,040
Median Home Value
$488,000
Median Rent
$1,814/mo
Population
74,522
College Educated
44.1%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID | 7.8 |
| GRANGEVILLE ELEM/MIDDLE SCHOOL Grangeville, ID | 7.8 |
| HAYDEN CANYON CHARTER SCHOOL Hayden Lake, ID | 7.8 |
| SILVER SAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID | 7.8 |
| SYRINGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID | 7.8 |
| HAROLD B LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dayton, ID | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Valley Elementary School
What grades does River Valley Elementary School serve?
River Valley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend River Valley Elementary School?
River Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Valley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at River Valley Elementary School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does River Valley Elementary School rank in ID?
River Valley Elementary School ranks #151 of 719 schools in ID.
What is River Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 River Valley Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Valley Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is River Valley Elementary School a charter school?
No, River Valley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Valley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, River Valley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Valley Elementary School?
44.8% of students at River Valley Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 475
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.4%
- Phone
- (208) 884-1741
Resources & Links
District
JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2- District Enrollment
- 38,991
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,276
- District Rank
- #30 of 60
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