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Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy
Elementary School · Riverside Community School Inc. dba Riverside Academy
3280 River Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45204
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#3,237 of 3,441
In Cincinnati
#149 of 171
public schools
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Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy
Elementary School in Cincinnati · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy
Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy is a public elementary school in Cincinnati, OH, part of Riverside Community School Inc. dba Riverside Academy. Riverside Community School Inc.
Dba Riverside Academy serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,237 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy 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.
Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
88% of students at Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy 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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Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy — Students at Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
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: 4.1/10.
How Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy Compares
See how Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3280 River Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST WILLIAM SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST TERESA OF AVILA SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cincinnati, see our Cincinnati schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Delshire Elementary School Cincinnati | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| VILLA MADONNA MONTESSORI Villa Hills | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST WILLIAM SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| ST DOMINIC SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Ludlow High School Ludlow | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Mary A. Goetz Elementary School Ludlow | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cincinnati | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Carson School Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Cincinnati Technology Academy Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Oyler School Cincinnati | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Rees E. Price Academy Cincinnati | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Crescent Springs | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| RESURRECTION SCHOOL Cincinnati | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ft. Mitchell | 2.4 mi | — |
| IDEA Greater Cincinnati Inc Cincinnati | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| ST TERESA OF AVILA SCHOOL Cincinnati | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| River Ridge Elementary School Villa Hills | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Roberts Academy Cincinnati | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| CRESCENT RIDGE ACADEMY Crescent Springs | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,579
Median Home Value
$93,100
Median Rent
$771/mo
Population
7,710
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
42.1%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
52.8%
Median Age
30.2
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| ReGeneration Bond Hill Cincinnati, OH | 3.5 |
| Youngstown Preparatory Academy Youngstown, OH | 3.5 |
| Constellation Schools: Lorain Community Elementary Lorain, OH | 3.4 |
| Eakin Elementary School Columbus, OH | 3.4 |
| Middlebury Academy Akron, OH | 3.6 |
| Constellation Schools: Eastside Arts Academy Cleveland, OH | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy
What grades does Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy serve?
Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy?
Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy rank in OH?
Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy ranks #3,237 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy a charter school?
Yes, Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy a Title I school?
No, Riverside Community School Inc. Dba Riverside Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 184
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hamilton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 88.0%
- Phone
- (513) 921-7777
Resources & Links
District
Riverside Community School Inc. dba Riverside Academy- District Enrollment
- 184
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,706
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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