Serving 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverside School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverside School's student population of 610 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
610 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn for a Lifetime, Lead by Example, and Love Life!
School Rankings
Riverside School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#309 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)57%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Washington School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside School's ranking?
Riverside School is ranked #309 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Riverside School often compared to?
Riverside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Academy, Horizon School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Riverside School?
610 students attend Riverside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Riverside School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside School?
Riverside School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riverside School offer ?
Riverside School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Riverside School part of?
Riverside School is part of Washington School District.
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