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Riverview Elementary

Elementary School · Hertford County Schools

236 US 158 Business, Murfreesboro, NC 27855

Enrollment

364

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,608 of 2,648

In Murfreesboro

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Hertford County Schools

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Riverview Elementary

5.8/10

Elementary School in Murfreesboro · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hertford County Middle

4.0/10

0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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8.1/10

8.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Riverview Elementary

Riverview Elementary is a public elementary school in Murfreesboro, NC, part of Hertford County Schools. Riverview Elementary serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,608 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Riverview Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Riverview Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

39% of students at Riverview 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 Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.6% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.3% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-18.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,424
Chronic Absenteeism38.7%

Riverview Elementary — Students at Riverview Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 31.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
65%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17.7%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
45.5%
ELA
31.6%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Riverview Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in NC
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.7%

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

236 US 158 Business, Murfreesboro, NC 27855

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverdale Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Courtland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aulander Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Aulander), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bearfield Primary (rated 6.9/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Ahoskie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Hertford County Middle Murfreesboro 0.9 mi 4.0
Hertford Co Early College Ahoskie 8.4 mi 8.1
CS Brown High - STEM Program Winton 8.5 mi 8.7
Conway Middle Conway 8.2 mi 5.0
HERTFORD COUNTY MULTI-PURPOSE JUVENILE HOME Winton 8.6 mi
SEVERN MENNONITE SCHOOL Margarettsville 9.0 mi
Hertford County High Ahoskie 10.7 mi 5.6
Bearfield Primary Ahoskie 10.8 mi 6.9
Ahoskie Elementary Ahoskie 10.9 mi 4.3
AHOSKIE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ahoskie 12.4 mi 5.3
Meherrin Elementary Newsoms 13.7 mi 5.1
Aulander Elementary Aulander 15.6 mi 7.6
NORTHEAST ACADEMY Lasker 13.9 mi 5.9
Southampton Middle Courtland 18.2 mi 3.8
Southampton High Courtland 18.2 mi 6.0
SOUTHAMPTON ACADEMY Courtland 18.3 mi 5.1
Riverdale Elementary Courtland 18.3 mi 8.3
S.P. Morton Elementary Franklin 17.6 mi 2.7
Joseph P. King Jr. Middle Franklin 18.4 mi 5.9
Franklin High Franklin 18.9 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27855 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,500

Median Home Value

$99,800

Median Rent

$883/mo

Population

5,635

College Educated

17.5%

Homeownership

63.7%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

23.1%

Median Age

39.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverview Elementary

What grades does Riverview Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Riverview Elementary?

Riverview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverview Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverview Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riverview Elementary rank in NC?

Riverview Elementary ranks #1,608 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Riverview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Riverview Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverview Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Riverview Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Riverview Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

99.2% of students at Riverview 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Hertford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.7%

District

Hertford County Schools
District Enrollment
2,445
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,424
District Rank
#4 of 7

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