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Riley Upper Elementary School

Middle School · Livonia Public Schools School District

15555 HENRY RUFF ST, Livonia, MI 48154

Enrollment

616

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,857 of 3,192

In Livonia

#22 of 28

public schools

In district

#21 of 24

Livonia Public Schools School District

Equity

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Riley Upper Elementary School

6.0/10

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

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7.5/10

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7.3/10

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About Riley Upper Elementary School

Riley Upper Elementary School is a public middle school in Livonia, MI, part of Livonia Public Schools School District. Riley Upper Elementary School serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Riley Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,857 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Riley Upper Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • MI avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+14.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,860
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Riley Upper Elementary School — Students at Riley Upper Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
29.8% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
40.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
53.5%

* 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 Riley Upper Elementary School Compares

See how Riley Upper Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in MI
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Location

15555 HENRY RUFF ST, Livonia, MI 48154

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riley Upper Elementary School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Frost Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clarenceville Middle School (rated 3.5/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Livonia, see our Livonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Roosevelt Elementary School Livonia 0.7 mi 7.5
Buchanan Elementary School Livonia 0.8 mi 7.3
American Montessori Academy Elementary Livonia 0.8 mi 8.0
Jackson Center Livonia 1.0 mi 7.9
Branch Line School Livonia 1.0 mi 6.4
Coolidge Elementary School Livonia 1.4 mi 8.9
Kennedy Elementary School Livonia 1.4 mi 7.5
Blended Learning Academies Credit Recovery High School Liv Livonia 2.1 mi
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Livonia 1.8 mi 5.9
Grandview Elementary School Livonia 2.4 mi 4.9
Clarenceville High School Livonia 2.5 mi 6.6
ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Livonia 2.5 mi 6.1
Clarenceville Middle School Livonia 2.5 mi 3.5
Botsford Elementary School Livonia 2.4 mi 4.3
Frost Middle School Livonia 2.1 mi 7.4
NW Wayne Trainable Center Livonia 2.5 mi 9.1
Webster Elementary School Livonia 2.5 mi 9.2
Stevenson High School Livonia 2.1 mi 7.4
PEACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Livonia 2.7 mi 6.6
Fostering Leadership Academy Redford 2.1 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,763

Median Home Value

$285,800

Median Rent

$1,197/mo

Population

36,915

College Educated

43.7%

Homeownership

91.2%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

46.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riley Upper Elementary School

What grades does Riley Upper Elementary School serve?

Riley Upper Elementary School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Riley Upper Elementary School?

Riley Upper Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riley Upper Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Riley Upper Elementary School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riley Upper Elementary School rank in MI?

Riley Upper Elementary School ranks #1,857 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Riley Upper Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Riley Upper Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Riley Upper Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riley Upper Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Riley Upper Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Riley Upper Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Riley Upper Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riley Upper Elementary School?

25.6% of students at Riley Upper 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

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