Riverside Elementary School serves 607 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Riverside Elementary School's student population of 607 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riverside Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
1%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ysleta Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
607 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Riverside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Riverside Elementary School part of?
Riverside Elementary School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside Elementary School located?
Riverside Elementary School is located in the East El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 34 other public schools located in East El Paso.
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