Very Good
#1717 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 36% in state
Riverside School
Elementary School · ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
110 RIVERSIDE DR, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,717 of 4,742
In Rockville Centre
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Riverside School
Riverside School is a public elementary school in Rockville Centre, NY, part of ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Riverside School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,717 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 8.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, Riverside School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.2:1 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 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.8/10.
How Riverside School Compares
See how Riverside School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
110 RIVERSIDE DR, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATSON SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHOOL 4 (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Oceanside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARION STREET SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lynbrook), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rockville Centre, see our Rockville Centre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST ROCKAWAY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rockaway | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| SCHOOL 2 Oceanside | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ROSA LEE YOUNG CHILDHOOD CENTER Rockville Centre | 0.8 mi | — |
| SOUTH SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| WATSON SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| RHAME AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| KINDERGARTEN CENTER Lynbrook | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CASTLETON ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OF OCEANSIDE Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SCHOOL 6-KINDERGARTEN CENTER Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| MALVERNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Malverne | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| HOWARD T HERBER MIDDLE SCHOOL Malverne | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| LYNBROOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| DAVISON AVENUE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| SCHOOL 5 Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MARION STREET SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| SCHOOL 8 Oceanside | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CHEDER CHABAD GIRLS OF LONG ISLAND Lynbrook | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| SCHOOL 4 Oceanside | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Malverne | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$147,784
Median Home Value
$786,600
Median Rent
$1,804/mo
Population
28,162
College Educated
61.5%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
43
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIDGES ACADEMY (THE) West Islip, NY | 7.0 |
| COLEBROOK SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.0 |
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Albany, NY | 7.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bayside, NY | 7.0 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hicksville, NY | 7.0 |
| VISITATION ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside School
What grades does Riverside School serve?
Riverside School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Riverside School?
Riverside School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside School is 8.2:1. 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 NY?
Riverside School ranks #1,717 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Riverside School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
28.1% 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 139
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (516) 255-8902
Resources & Links
District
ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,326
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $36,755
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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