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Riverside Intermediate

Middle School · Plymouth Community School Corp

905 E Baker, Plymouth, IN 46563

Enrollment

446

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,213 of 1,823

In Plymouth

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Plymouth Community School Corp

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Riverside Intermediate

5.6/10

Middle School in Plymouth · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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7.1/10

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About Riverside Intermediate

Riverside Intermediate is a public middle school in Plymouth, IN, part of Plymouth Community School Corp. Riverside Intermediate serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,213 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Riverside Intermediate show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • IN avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.1% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-2.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,399
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Riverside Intermediate — Students at Riverside Intermediate score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.2% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 60.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 35 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
33%
2025
Math
39.1%
ELA
30.8%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Riverside Intermediate Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in IN
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

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

905 E Baker, Plymouth, IN 46563

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverside Intermediate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lincoln Junior High School (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DAUSMAN PRAIRIE SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Bremen), a more accessible option. For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Plymouth High School Plymouth 0.4 mi 5.9
Jefferson Elementary School Plymouth 0.5 mi 7.1
Lincoln Junior High School Plymouth 0.7 mi 6.3
GRACE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plymouth 0.9 mi 7.5
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Plymouth 0.9 mi 7.9
Webster Elementary School Plymouth 1.5 mi 5.7
Menominee Elementary School Plymouth 2.1 mi 4.8
Washington Discovery Academy Plymouth 1.8 mi 4.7
HOUSE OF THE LORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Plymouth 4.3 mi
Argos Comm Jr-Sr High School Argos 7.9 mi 5.5
Argos Community Elementary Argos 8.0 mi 5.4
LaVille Elementary School Lakeville 8.5 mi 5.0
LaVille Jr-Sr High School Lakeville 8.8 mi 4.8
DAUSMAN PRAIRIE SCHOOL Bremen 8.5 mi 4.2
Bremen Elementary/Middle School Bremen 9.8 mi 6.8
Bremen Senior High School Bremen 9.8 mi 6.1
CULVER ACADEMIES Culver 10.7 mi 8.5
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bremen 9.8 mi 7.0
BOURBON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bourbon 9.6 mi 5.5
Culver Community Middle/High Sch Culver 11.1 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,205

Median Home Value

$179,800

Median Rent

$952/mo

Population

23,869

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

39.7

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Martin T Krueger Middle School Michigan City, IN 5.6
Boone Grove Middle School Boone Grove, IN 5.5
Clarksville Middle School Clarksville, IN 5.5
Knox Community Middle School Knox, IN 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverside Intermediate

What grades does Riverside Intermediate serve?

Riverside Intermediate serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Riverside Intermediate?

Riverside Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Intermediate?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Intermediate is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riverside Intermediate rank in IN?

Riverside Intermediate ranks #1,213 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Riverside Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverside Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Intermediate?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside Intermediate has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Riverside Intermediate a charter school?

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

Is Riverside Intermediate a Title I school?

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

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

55.2% of students at Riverside Intermediate 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Marshall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

District

Plymouth Community School Corp
District Enrollment
3,208
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,399
District Rank
#5 of 7

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