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#1089 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 44% in state
Riverside School
Elementary School · Princeton Public School District
58 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, Princeton, NJ 08540
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,089 of 2,466
In Princeton
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Princeton Public School District
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Riverside School
Riverside School is a public elementary school in Princeton, NJ, part of Princeton Public School District. Riverside School serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,089 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Riverside School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Riverside School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Riverside School — Students at Riverside School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
3.8%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 3.9/10.
How Riverside School Compares
See how Riverside School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
58 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, Princeton, NJ 08540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maurice Hawk Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby West Windsor), which scores notably higher. Another option is J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Plainsboro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRINCETON FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Princeton, see our Princeton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Littlebrook School Princeton | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Princeton High School Princeton | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Princeton Middle School Princeton | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| EDEN SCHOOL Princeton | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| FUSION ACADEMY PRINCETON Princeton | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Princeton Charter School Princeton | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Community Park School Princeton | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| THE LEWIS SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Kingston | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| MOORISH SCIENCE UNIVERSITY Princeton | 2.6 mi | — |
| MONTGOMERY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Princeton | 2.8 mi | — |
| J.V.B. Wicoff Elementary School Plainsboro | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Community Middle School Plainsboro | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| West Windsor-Plainsboro High School North Plainsboro | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Johnson Park School Princeton | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Maurice Hawk Elementary School West Windsor | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
| PRINCETON FRIENDS SCHOOL Princeton | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Millstone River School Plainsboro | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,898
Median Home Value
$723,400
Median Rent
$2,083/mo
Population
49,499
College Educated
82.4%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
40.1
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| ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Tenafly, NJ | 6.7 |
| Billingsport Elementary School Paulsboro, NJ | 6.7 |
| Daniel Webster School Weehawken, NJ | 6.7 |
| East Newark Elementary School E. Newark, NJ | 6.7 |
| Eleanor Van Gelder Edgewater, NJ | 6.7 |
| Franklin School Saddle Brook, NJ | 6.7 |
Compare Riverside School with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareRiverside School vs Littlebrook SchoolPRINCETON, NJ Peer score 6.8/10 +0.1 vs Riverside School
- CompareRiverside School vs Community Park SchoolPRINCETON, NJ Peer score 7.8/10 +1.1 vs Riverside School
- CompareRiverside School vs Johnson Park SchoolPRINCETON, NJ Peer score 6.4/10 -0.3 vs Riverside School
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside School
What grades does Riverside School serve?
Riverside School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Riverside School?
Riverside School has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverside School rank in NJ?
Riverside School ranks #1,089 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Riverside School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Riverside School a charter school?
No, Riverside School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverside School a Title I school?
No, Riverside School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverside School?
3.8% of students at Riverside 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
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 3.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (609) 806-4260
Resources & Links
District
Princeton Public School District- District Enrollment
- 3,827
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,034
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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