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Riverview Elementary School

Elementary School · Denville Township K-8 School District

33 ST MARYS PLACE, Denville, NJ 07834

Enrollment

460

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,121 of 2,466

In Denville

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Denville Township K-8 School District

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Riverview Elementary School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Denville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Riverview Elementary School

Riverview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Denville, NJ, part of Denville Township K-8 School District. Riverview Elementary School serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,121 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Riverview Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.8
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Riverview Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+17.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.3 pts
Overall Proficiency69% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,662
Chronic Absenteeism10.2%

Riverview Elementary School — Students at Riverview Elementary School score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

2.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 77.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2024
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.7%
2025
Math
65.8%
ELA
71.2%

* 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 Riverview Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in NJ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
3%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

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

33 ST MARYS PLACE, Denville, NJ 07834

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lakeview Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lakes), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stony Brook Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Rockaway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denville, see our Denville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
MORRIS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Denville 0.7 mi 6.6
Morris County School of Technology Denville 1.3 mi 6.5
Valleyview Middle School Denville 1.2 mi 7.9
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Rockaway 1.4 mi 6.9
BRIDGES TO LEARNING Rockaway 1.5 mi
Academy for Performing Arts Rockaway 1.6 mi 7.0
Morris Knolls High School Denville 1.6 mi 6.6
Lincoln Elementary School Rockaway 1.5 mi 3.7
DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY/DIOCESE Rockaway 1.5 mi 5.8
Mount Tabor Elementary School Mount Tabor 2.1 mi 6.4
Lakeview Elementary School Denville 2.2 mi 8.9
ST ELIZABETH NURSERY & MONTESSORI SCHOOL Parsippany 2.4 mi 7.3
THE CRAIG SCHOOL Mountain Lakes 2.1 mi 8.1
Stony Brook Elementary School Rockaway 2.4 mi 7.9
Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired Mountain Lakes 2.3 mi 8.1
Copeland Middle School Rockaway 2.5 mi 8.4
Littleton Elementary School Parsippany 2.9 mi 5.6
Parsippany Hills High School Parsippany 2.8 mi 6.6
Morris Hills High School Rockaway 2.5 mi 6.7
Academy for Mathematics Science and Engineering Rockaway 2.5 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$162,644

Median Home Value

$552,300

Median Rent

$1,707/mo

Population

18,203

College Educated

61.6%

Homeownership

85.8%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverview Elementary School

What grades does Riverview Elementary School serve?

Riverview Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Riverview Elementary School?

Riverview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverview Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverview Elementary School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riverview Elementary School rank in NJ?

Riverview Elementary School ranks #1,121 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Riverview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverview Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Riverview Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Riverview Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

2.6% of students at Riverview 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
2.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

District

Denville Township K-8 School District
District Enrollment
1,700
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,662
District Rank
#3 of 3

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