Serving 868 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Riverview School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Math Proficiency: 19%
- Reading Proficiency: 22%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverview School's student population of 868 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riverview School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)22%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
67%
48%
Black
10%
6%
White
16%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Riverview School often compared to?
Riverview Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marley Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Riverview School?
868 students attend Riverview School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Riverview School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverview School?
Riverview School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverview School offer ?
Riverview School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverview School part of?
Riverview School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243) School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverview School located?
Riverview School is located in the Arizona Brisas neighborhood of El Mirage, AZ.
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