Serving 865 students in grades 5-6, Riverside Intermediate School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 865 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverside Intermediate School's student population of 865 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
865 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Riverside Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Intermediate School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 1763 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
12%
15%
Black
8%
13%
White
64%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Intermediate School's ranking?
Riverside Intermediate School is ranked #114 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Riverside Intermediate School often compared to?
Riverside Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fall Creek Intermediate School, Sand Creek Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Riverside Intermediate School?
865 students attend Riverside Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Riverside Intermediate School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Intermediate School?
Riverside Intermediate School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Riverside Intermediate School offer ?
Riverside Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Intermediate School part of?
Riverside Intermediate School is part of Hamilton Southeastern Schools School District.
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