Very Good
#538 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 26% in state
Riverview Elementary
Elementary School · Silver Lake J1 School District
PO Box 69, Silver Lake, WI 53170
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#538 of 2,105
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Riverview Elementary
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About Riverview Elementary
Riverview Elementary is a public elementary school in Silver Lake, WI, part of Silver Lake J1 School District. Riverview Elementary serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #538 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Riverview Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Riverview Elementary — Students at Riverview Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.7/10.
How Riverview Elementary Compares
See how Riverview Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 69, Silver Lake, WI 53170
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Trevor-Wilmot Grade (rated 8.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Trevor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bristol Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Bristol), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brighton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Kansasville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Silver Lake, see our Silver Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmot High Wilmot | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Salem Elementary Salem | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Trevor-Wilmot Grade Trevor | 3.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Central High Salem | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Lakewood Elementary Twin Lakes | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| W C Petty Elementary School Antioch | 5.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Antioch Upper Grade School Antioch | 5.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Wheatland Center Elementary Burlington | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Randall Consolidated School Burlington | 4.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Mary Kay McNeill ELC Antioch | 6.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Brighton Elementary Kansasville | 6.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Antioch Comm High School Antioch | 6.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Emmons Grade School Antioch | 7.2 mi | 7.0 |
| FAITH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Antioch | 7.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Bristol Elementary Bristol | 5.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Grass Lake Elem School Antioch | 7.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Lotus School Spring Grove | 8.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Hillcrest Elementary School Antioch | 7.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Spring Grove Elementary School Spring Grove | 8.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Olive C Martin School Lake Villa | 9.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53170 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,456
Median Home Value
$259,100
Median Rent
$963/mo
Population
1,979
College Educated
25.6%
Homeownership
81.5%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
44.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amherst Elementary Amherst, WI | 7.8 |
| Banting Elementary Waukesha, WI | 7.8 |
| Bay View Montessori School Milwaukee, WI | 7.8 |
| Bryant Elementary Superior, WI | 7.8 |
| Cedar Hills Elementary Oak Creek, WI | 7.8 |
| Denmark Elementary Denmark, WI | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverview Elementary
What grades does Riverview Elementary serve?
Riverview Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Riverview Elementary?
Riverview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverview Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverview Elementary rank in WI?
Riverview Elementary ranks #538 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Riverview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Riverview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverview Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Riverview Elementary a charter school?
No, Riverview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Riverview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverview Elementary?
35.7% of students at Riverview Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 429
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Kenosha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.4%
- Phone
- (262) 889-4384
Resources & Links
District
Silver Lake J1 School District- District Enrollment
- 429
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,884
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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