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North Riverside EL

Elementary School · KELLER ISD

7900 N RIVERSIDE DR, Fort Worth, TX 76137

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,677 of 8,552

In Fort Worth

#116 of 235

public schools

In district

#36 of 41

KELLER ISD

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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North Riverside EL

5.5/10

Elementary School in Fort Worth · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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4.6/10

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About North Riverside EL

North Riverside EL is a public elementary school in Fort Worth, TX, part of KELLER ISD. North Riverside EL serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. North Riverside EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,677 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for North Riverside EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • TX avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,925
Chronic Absenteeism20.8%

North Riverside EL — Students at North Riverside EL score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 60.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
29.4%
ELA
38.3%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
40%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How North Riverside EL Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in TX
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

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

7900 N RIVERSIDE DR, Fort Worth, TX 76137

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Riverside EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARK GLEN EL (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUNSET VALLEY EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BETTE PEROT EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Keller), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Worth, see our Fort Worth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
FOSSIL HILL MIDDLE Fort Worth 0.4 mi 5.8
KELLER COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Fort Worth 0.5 mi 4.6
KELLER EARLY LEARNING CENTER - SOUTH Fort Worth 0.5 mi 4.9
VISTA RIDGE MIDDLE Fort Worth 0.7 mi 7.3
BASSWOOD EL Fort Worth 0.8 mi 6.4
HERITAGE EL Keller 0.8 mi 4.9
FOSSIL RIDGE H S Keller 1.0 mi 6.0
PARKVIEW EL Fort Worth 1.2 mi 6.8
SUNSET VALLEY EL Fort Worth 1.5 mi 8.2
BETTE PEROT EL Keller 1.9 mi 8.2
LONE STAR EL Keller 1.9 mi 7.8
BLUEBONNET EL Fort Worth 1.8 mi 6.8
GREAT HEARTS PRAIRIE VIEW Fort Worth 1.9 mi 4.3
PARK GLEN EL Fort Worth 1.8 mi 8.3
JOHN D SPICER EL Haltom City 2.2 mi 6.9
CHISHOLM RIDGE Fort Worth 2.1 mi 4.3
NORTHBROOK EL Fort Worth 2.6 mi 4.2
ILTEXAS KELLER MIDDLE Fort Worth 2.6 mi 5.0
ILTEXAS KELLER EL Fort Worth 2.6 mi 6.0
EAGLE RIDGE EL Keller 2.7 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 76137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,886

Median Home Value

$283,100

Median Rent

$1,632/mo

Population

59,384

College Educated

32.7%

Homeownership

58.6%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Riverside EL

What grades does North Riverside EL serve?

North Riverside EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend North Riverside EL?

North Riverside EL has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Riverside EL?

The student-teacher ratio at North Riverside EL is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Riverside EL rank in TX?

North Riverside EL ranks #5,677 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is North Riverside EL's MySchoolScout rating?

North Riverside EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 North Riverside EL?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Riverside EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is North Riverside EL a charter school?

No, North Riverside EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Riverside EL a Title I school?

No, North Riverside EL is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Riverside EL?

70.7% of students at North Riverside EL 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
15 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
13 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tarrant County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

District

KELLER ISD
District Enrollment
33,250
Schools in District
42
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,925
District Rank
#36 of 41

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