Very Good
#443 of 1,786 schools in TN
Top 25% in state
Riverdale Elementary School
Elementary School · Germantown
7391 Neshoba RD, Germantown, TN 38138
Enrollment
1,164
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,164
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Tennessee schools
#443 of 1,786
In Germantown
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Germantown
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Riverdale Elementary School
Riverdale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Germantown, TN, part of Germantown. Riverdale Elementary School serves approximately 1,164 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverdale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #443 of 1,786 schools in TN.
Structured state assessment records for Riverdale Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 8.9
- TN avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Riverdale Elementary School — Students at Riverdale Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)
Based on 22 test records from TN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.3/10.
How Riverdale Elementary School Compares
See how Riverdale 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
7391 Neshoba RD, Germantown, TN 38138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverdale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Farmington Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Forest Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BORNBLUM JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Germantown, see our Germantown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MADONNA LEARNING CENTER Germantown | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| THE PHOENIX SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Germantown | 1.3 mi | — |
| Germantown High Germantown | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| MEMPHIS ORAL SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Germantown | 1.4 mi | — |
| BORNBLUM JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Memphis | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Germantown Elementary Germantown | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Germantown Middle Germantown | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| EMMANUEL UNITED METHODIST KINDERGARTEN Memphis | 2.0 mi | — |
| ST GEORGES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Germantown | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| LAUSANNE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Memphis | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| HUTCHISON SCHOOL Memphis | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Farmington Elementary School Germantown | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| MEMPHIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Memphis | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Oak Forest Elementary Memphis | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Ridgeway Middle Memphis | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| BODINE SCHOOL Germantown | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Ridgeway High Memphis | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
| EVANGELICAL CHRISTAIN SCHOOL Cordova | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| FIRST ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cordova | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Journey East Academy Memphis | 3.7 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,125
Median Home Value
$393,600
Median Rent
$1,716/mo
Population
25,368
College Educated
68.8%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
19.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Erma Siegel Elementary Murfreesboro, TN | 7.6 |
| Woodlawn Elementary Woodlawn, TN | 7.6 |
| Clifton Hills Elementary School Chattanooga, TN | 7.5 |
| Harpeth Valley Elementary Nashville, TN | 7.5 |
| Middle Valley Elementary School Hixson, TN | 7.5 |
| Powell Elementary Powell, TN | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverdale Elementary School
What grades does Riverdale Elementary School serve?
Riverdale Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Riverdale Elementary School?
Riverdale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverdale Elementary School rank in TN?
Riverdale Elementary School ranks #443 of 1,786 schools in TN.
What is Riverdale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverdale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Riverdale Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverdale Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Riverdale Elementary School a charter school?
No, Riverdale Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverdale Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Riverdale Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Shelby County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.2%
- Phone
- (901) 756-2300
Resources & Links
District
Germantown- District Enrollment
- 6,028
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,689
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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