Serving 403 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverbend Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverbend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Riverbend Elementary School's student population of 403 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
403 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverbend Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbend Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#475 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
15%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
59%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Blackfoot School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverbend Elementary School's ranking?
Riverbend Elementary School is ranked #475 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Riverbend Elementary School?
403 students attend Riverbend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Riverbend Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverbend Elementary School?
Riverbend Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverbend Elementary School offer ?
Riverbend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverbend Elementary School part of?
Riverbend Elementary School is part of Blackfoot School District.
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