Serving 73 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Riverside School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Riverside School's student population of 73 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Riverside School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2240 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
25%
18%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside School's ranking?
Riverside School is ranked #2240 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Riverside School?
73 students attend Riverside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Riverside School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside School?
Riverside School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverside School offer ?
Riverside School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside School part of?
Riverside School is part of Hagar Township S/D #6 School District.
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