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Riverview Elementary/middle

Elementary School · Memphis-Shelby County Schools

241 Majuba Ave, Memphis, TN 38109

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

26.2:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,672 of 1,786

In Memphis

#162 of 199

public schools

In district

#168 of 202

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

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Riverview Elementary/middle

3.7/10

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

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About Riverview Elementary/middle

Riverview Elementary/middle is a public elementary school in Memphis, TN, part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Riverview Elementary/middle serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 26.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverview Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,672 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Riverview Elementary/middle show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Riverview Elementary/middle runs 26.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

44% of students at Riverview Elementary/middle 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 Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.1% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-26.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-32.3 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-15.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio26.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,695
Chronic Absenteeism44.2%

Riverview Elementary/middle — Students at Riverview Elementary/middle score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 15.7% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 10.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 24 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
7%
ELA
4%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
6%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
9%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
8.3%
ELA
8.3%
2025
Math
13.1%
ELA
8.5%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Riverview Elementary/middle Compares

See how Riverview Elementary/middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
6th percentile in TN
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
26:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.2%

Location

241 Majuba Ave, Memphis, TN 38109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverview Elementary/middle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vision Preparatory Charter School (rated 6.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS (rated 5.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Memphis Delta Preparatory (rated 5.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Memphis, see our Memphis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Vision Preparatory Charter School Memphis 0.1 mi 6.2
Carver College and Career Academy Memphis 0.6 mi
Memphis Scholars Florida Kansas Memphis 0.9 mi 5.3
Memphis Scholars Raleigh-Egypt Memphis 1.0 mi 4.8
CREATIVE LIFE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Memphis 1.3 mi
A. B. Hill Elementary Memphis 1.4 mi 4.5
Ida B. Wells Academy ES/MS Memphis 2.2 mi 5.9
Larose Elementary Memphis 2.3 mi 5.2
Circles Of Success Learning Academy Memphis 2.3 mi 3.3
Ford Road Elementary Memphis 2.7 mi 2.5
B. T. Washington High Memphis 2.6 mi 4.5
Hollis F. Price Middle College Memphis 2.5 mi 6.4
Mitchell High Memphis 2.9 mi 5.0
Memphis Delta Preparatory Memphis 2.5 mi 5.9
Soulsville Charter School Memphis 2.6 mi 5.5
Cummings Elementary/Middle Memphis 2.9 mi 4.8
Downtown Elementary Memphis 3.5 mi 3.4
Medical District High School Memphis 3.4 mi 6.6
Hamilton School Memphis 3.1 mi 5.7
Hamilton High Memphis 3.1 mi 2.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,934

Median Home Value

$76,600

Median Rent

$1,000/mo

Population

43,764

College Educated

13.9%

Homeownership

54.4%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

31.6%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverview Elementary/middle

What grades does Riverview Elementary/middle serve?

Riverview Elementary/middle serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Riverview Elementary/middle?

Riverview Elementary/middle has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverview Elementary/middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverview Elementary/middle is 26.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riverview Elementary/middle rank in TN?

Riverview Elementary/middle ranks #1,672 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Riverview Elementary/middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverview Elementary/middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Riverview Elementary/middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverview Elementary/middle has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Riverview Elementary/middle a charter school?

No, Riverview Elementary/middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Riverview Elementary/middle a Title I school?

No, Riverview Elementary/middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher Ratio
26.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Shelby County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.2%

District

Memphis-Shelby County Schools
District Enrollment
110,057
Schools in District
222
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,695
District Rank
#168 of 202

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