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Riverside Elementary School

Elementary School · Grants Pass SD 7

1200 SE Harvey Dr, Grants Pass, OR 97526

Enrollment

389

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oregon schools

#740 of 1,226

In Grants Pass

#8 of 19

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

Grants Pass SD 7

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Riverside Elementary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Grants Pass · 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 Grants Pass, OR, part of Grants Pass SD 7. Riverside Elementary School serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #740 of 1,226 schools in OR.

Structured state assessment records for Riverside Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • OR avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Riverside 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.7% (2025 OSAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.6% (2025 OSAS)
Math vs. State Avg+7.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.6 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 OSAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 OSAS)
vs. Expected+16.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,259
Chronic Absenteeism40.6%

Riverside Elementary School — Students at Riverside Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OR OSAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
31.8% (2025 OSAS)
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 OSAS)

Based on 30 test records from OR state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2025
Math
39.7%
ELA
54.6%

* 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 Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in OR
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.6%

Location

1200 SE Harvey Dr, Grants Pass, OR 97526

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverside Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fruitdale Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Manzanita Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 6.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grants Pass, see our Grants Pass schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
GPFLEX School Grants Pass 0.2 mi 3.9
Gladiola High School Grants Pass 0.2 mi 2.1
New Bridge High School Grants Pass 0.4 mi
Fruitdale Elementary School Grants Pass 0.8 mi 8.5
ST ANNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grants Pass 1.6 mi 7.0
Grants Pass High School Grants Pass 1.5 mi 6.6
Lincoln Elementary School Grants Pass 1.7 mi 6.0
South Middle School Grants Pass 2.0 mi 6.6
North Middle School Grants Pass 2.6 mi 8.1
Highland Elementary School Grants Pass 2.8 mi 5.2
GRANTS PASS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Grants Pass 3.1 mi 5.7
Parkside Elementary Grants Pass 2.6 mi 5.1
Allen Dale Elementary School Grants Pass 2.8 mi 6.3
Lincoln Savage Middle School Grants Pass 5.8 mi 5.1
Madrona Elementary School Grants Pass 5.6 mi 5.1
Redwood Elementary School Grants Pass 4.7 mi 5.5
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Grants Pass 5.9 mi 5.7
Woodland Charter School Murphy 6.9 mi 6.4
Manzanita Elementary School Grants Pass 6.6 mi 7.3
Hidden Valley High School Grants Pass 7.3 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,103

Median Home Value

$379,700

Median Rent

$1,076/mo

Population

36,109

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

66.3%

Avg Commute

17.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

46.3

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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 389 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary School is 15.6:1. 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 OR?

Riverside Elementary School ranks #740 of 1,226 schools in OR.

What is Riverside Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverside Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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?

72.2% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Josephine County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.6%

District

Grants Pass SD 7
District Enrollment
5,675
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,259
District Rank
#6 of 11

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