Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverside Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Riverside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
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Riverside Elementary School's student population of 683 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
Riverside Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#681 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
23%
21%
White
36%
35%
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
40%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Riverside Elementary School is ranked #681 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Riverside Elementary School often compared to?
Riverside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westchester Elementary School, Ramblewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
683 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Riverside Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
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 Broward School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside Elementary School located?
Riverside Elementary School is located in the Cypress Glen neighborhood of Coral Springs, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Cypress Glen.
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Event
Date
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday)
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