Average
#879 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 49% in state
Riverside
Elementary School · Danvers
95 Liberty Street, Danvers, MA 01923
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#879 of 1,793
In Danvers
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
Danvers
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Riverside
Elementary School in Danvers · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Holten Richmond Middle School
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0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Riverside
Riverside is a public elementary school in Danvers, MA, part of Danvers. Riverside serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #879 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Riverside — Students at Riverside score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA 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: 6.2/10.
How Riverside Compares
See how Riverside performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
95 Liberty Street, Danvers, MA 01923
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ayers/Ryal Side School (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bates (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willis E Thorpe (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Danvers, see our Danvers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Holten Richmond Middle School Danvers | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Willis E Thorpe Danvers | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| LITTLE HANDS CHILDRENS CENTER Danvers | 0.8 mi | — |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| NEW ENGLAND ACADEMY Beverly | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Danvers High Danvers | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MARY OF THE ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Danvers | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Great Oak Danvers | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Thomas Carroll Peabody | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Bates Salem | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| THE SAINTS ACADEMY Beverly | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program Peabody | 2.3 mi | 2.6 |
| McKeown School Beverly | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| WALDORF SCHOOL AT MORAINE FARM Beverly | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Ayers/Ryal Side School Beverly | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Peabody | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Highlands Danvers | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Beverly Middle School Beverly | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Center Peabody | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01923 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,072
Median Home Value
$611,200
Median Rent
$2,004/mo
Population
27,778
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
68.9%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chace Street Somerset, MA | 6.3 |
| Cushing Elementary Scituate, MA | 6.3 |
| Franklin North Andover, MA | 6.3 |
| Hatherly Elementary Scituate, MA | 6.3 |
| Heard Street Worcester, MA | 6.3 |
| Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton, MA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside
What grades does Riverside serve?
Riverside serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Riverside?
Riverside has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverside rank in MA?
Riverside ranks #879 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Riverside's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Riverside a charter school?
No, Riverside is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverside a Title I school?
No, Riverside is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.3%
- Phone
- (978) 774-5010
Resources & Links
District
Danvers- District Enrollment
- 3,251
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,084
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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