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#2683 of 3,441 schools in OH

Riverside School

Elementary School · Cleveland Municipal

14601 Montrose Ave, Cleveland, OH 44111

Enrollment

472

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,683 of 3,441

In Cleveland

#60 of 152

public schools

In district

#38 of 93

Cleveland Municipal

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Riverside School

4.9/10

Elementary School in Cleveland · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Orchard Park Academy

6.7/10

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9.3/10

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About Riverside School

Riverside School is a public elementary school in Cleveland, OH, part of Cleveland Municipal. Riverside School serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,683 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Riverside School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism29.7%

Riverside School — Students at Riverside School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
38.9%
ELA
49%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Riverside School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
22th percentile in OH
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

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

14601 Montrose Ave, Cleveland, OH 44111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grant Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hayes Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cleveland, see our Cleveland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Orchard Park Academy Cleveland 0.2 mi 6.7
Roosevelt Elementary School Lakewood 0.7 mi 9.3
ST MARK SCHOOL Cleveland 0.6 mi 5.1
LAKEWOOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakewood 0.9 mi
Global Ambassadors Language Academy Cleveland 0.8 mi 3.9
Hayes Elementary School Lakewood 0.8 mi 8.9
Garfield Elementary School Cleveland 1.0 mi 4.0
Lakewood High School Lakewood 1.2 mi 6.2
John Marshall School of Information Technology Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.8
John Marshall School of Business and Civic Leadership Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.7
John Marshall School of Engineering Cleveland 1.2 mi 5.0
Newton D Baker School Cleveland 1.1 mi 4.5
The School of One Cleveland 1.1 mi 7.3
Grant Elementary School Lakewood 1.3 mi 9.5
Franklin School of Opportunity Online Lakewood 1.3 mi 4.0
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Elementary Cleveland 1.2 mi 7.4
Constellation Schools: Westpark Community Middle Cleveland 1.2 mi 3.9
Harding Middle School Lakewood 1.2 mi 9.3
ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Cleveland 1.1 mi 6.8
OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Cleveland 1.2 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,790

Median Home Value

$130,000

Median Rent

$938/mo

Population

39,950

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

21.1%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverside School

What grades does Riverside School serve?

Riverside School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Riverside School?

Riverside School has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside School?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riverside School rank in OH?

Riverside School ranks #2,683 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Riverside School's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cuyahoga County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

District

Cleveland Municipal
District Enrollment
33,841
Schools in District
93
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,255
District Rank
#38 of 93

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