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#1870 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Riverside Elementary School
Elementary School · Riverside Township School District
112 E WASHINGTON STREET, Riverside, NJ 08075
Enrollment
770
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
770
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,870 of 2,466
In Riverside
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Riverside Township School District
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Riverside Elementary School
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About Riverside Elementary School
Riverside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Riverside, NJ, part of Riverside Township School District. Riverside Elementary School serves approximately 770 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,870 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Riverside Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Riverside Elementary School — Students at Riverside Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ 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: 7.4/10.
How Riverside Elementary School Compares
See how Riverside 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
112 E WASHINGTON STREET, Riverside, NJ 08075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Millbridge Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Delran), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Albany Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Cinnaminson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Delran Intermediate School (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Delran), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside Middle School Riverside | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Riverside High School Riverside | 0.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Delran Middle School Delran | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLY CROSS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Delran | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Walnut Street School Delanco | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| M. Joan Pearson Elementary School Delanco | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Delran Intermediate School Delran | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Delran High School Delran | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Millbridge Elementary School Delran | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY - DELRAN Delran | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| NAZARETH ACADEMY GRADE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| New Albany Elementary School Cinnaminson | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Beverly City School District Beverly | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ALPHA HOUSE NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN Philadelphia | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Samuel M Ridgway Middle School Edgewater Park | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| CATHEDRAL OF LOVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Willingboro | 2.3 mi | — |
| ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Philadelphia | 2.7 mi | — |
| HOLY GHOST PREP Bensalem | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| School Lane CS Bensalem | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| John Hancock Demonstration Sch Philadelphia | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,576
Median Home Value
$288,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
30,550
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Banneker Academy East Orange, NJ | 5.3 |
| Chaplain Charles Watters School Jersey City, NJ | 5.3 |
| Constable Elementary School Kendall Park, NJ | 5.3 |
| Delia Bolden Elementary School Maplewood, NJ | 5.3 |
| Ethel McKnight Elementary School East Windsor, NJ | 5.3 |
| John P. Holland Charter School Woodland, NJ | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside Elementary School
What grades does Riverside Elementary School serve?
Riverside Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 770 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverside Elementary School rank in NJ?
Riverside Elementary School ranks #1,870 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Riverside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Riverside Elementary School a charter school?
No, Riverside Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverside Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Riverside Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverside Elementary School?
56.2% of students at Riverside 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 770
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Burlington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (856) 461-1255
Resources & Links
District
Riverside Township School District- District Enrollment
- 1,567
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,636
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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