Below Average
#3736 of 4,742 schools in NY
Riverside Elementary School
Elementary School · ONEONTA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
39 HOUSE ST, Oneonta, NY 13820
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,736 of 4,742
In Oneonta
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
ONEONTA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Riverside Elementary School
Elementary School in Oneonta · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Riverside Elementary School
Riverside Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oneonta, NY, part of ONEONTA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Riverside Elementary School serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,736 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Riverside Elementary School — Students at Riverside Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 test records from NY 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: 4.2/10.
How Riverside Elementary School Compares
See how Riverside Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
39 HOUSE ST, Oneonta, NY 13820
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DELAWARE ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Delhi), which scores notably higher. Another option is VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREATER PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oneonta, see our Oneonta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREATER PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneonta | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| VALLEYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oneonta | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ONEONTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Oneonta | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ONEONTA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oneonta | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| LAURENS CENTRAL SCHOOL Laurens | 6.1 mi | 6.5 |
| OTSEGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Otego | 6.2 mi | 7.4 |
| OTSEGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Otego | 6.2 mi | 7.4 |
| THE SCHOOL AT SPRINGBROOK Oneonta | 7.6 mi | 7.5 |
| FRANKLIN CENTRAL SCHOOL Franklin | 8.9 mi | 6.2 |
| UNATEGO JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Otego | 9.4 mi | 8.3 |
| UNATEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Otego | 9.4 mi | 6.7 |
| MILFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL Milford | 11.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MORRIS CENTRAL SCHOOL Morris | 11.6 mi | 7.4 |
| CHARLOTTE VALLEY SCHOOL Davenport | 11.4 mi | 3.0 |
| DELAWARE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Delhi | 14.3 mi | 5.9 |
| DELAWARE ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delhi | 14.5 mi | 6.2 |
| UNADILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Unadilla | 14.7 mi | 3.7 |
| SCHENEVUS CENTRAL SCHOOL Schenevus | 14.7 mi | 6.2 |
| GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Gilbertsville | 14.1 mi | 6.5 |
| GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gilbertsville | 14.1 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13820 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,217
Median Home Value
$176,300
Median Rent
$983/mo
Population
22,954
College Educated
39.7%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
32
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|---|---|
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes, NY | 4.8 |
| ELIZABETH CADY STANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seneca Falls, NY | 4.8 |
| GREGORY JOCKO JACKSON-SPORTS-ARTS Brooklyn, NY | 4.8 |
| LEIGHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oswego, NY | 4.8 |
| MANHATTAN CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 4.8 |
| MOUNT MORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Morris, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside Elementary School
What grades does Riverside Elementary School serve?
Riverside Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary School is 10.9:1. 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 NY?
Riverside Elementary School ranks #3,736 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Riverside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Riverside Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
41.0% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 239
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Otsego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.9%
- Phone
- (607) 433-8273
Resources & Links
District
ONEONTA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,667
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,833
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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