Very Good
#1374 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 40% in state
River Elementary School
Elementary School · Switzerland of Ohio Local
PO Box 56, Hannibal, OH 43931
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,374 of 3,441
In Hannibal
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Switzerland of Ohio Local
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About River Elementary School
River Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hannibal, OH, part of Switzerland of Ohio Local. River Elementary School serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. River Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,374 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for River Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at River Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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River Elementary School — Students at River Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 6.2/10.
How River Elementary School Compares
See how River 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
PO Box 56, Hannibal, OH 43931
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arthur I Boreman Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Middlebourne), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Lands Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Moundsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Martinsville School (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby New Martinsville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hannibal, see our Hannibal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43931 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,750
Population
132
College Educated
36.4%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
66.1
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| Adrian Elementary School South Euclid, OH | 7.0 |
| Alliance Elementary School at Rockhill Alliance, OH | 7.0 |
| Bauer Elementary School Dayton, OH | 7.0 |
| Brook Intermediate School Byesville, OH | 7.0 |
| Brookside Intermediate School Sheffield Village, OH | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Elementary School
What grades does River Elementary School serve?
River Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend River Elementary School?
River Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at River Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does River Elementary School rank in OH?
River Elementary School ranks #1,374 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is River Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Elementary 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 River Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is River Elementary School a charter school?
No, River Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Elementary School a Title I school?
No, River Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Elementary School?
51.0% of students at River 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 310
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (740) 483-1358
Resources & Links
District
Switzerland of Ohio Local- District Enrollment
- 1,942
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,982
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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