Serving 753 students in grades Kindergarten-4, River Birch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Birch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
River Birch Elementary School's student population of 753 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
River Birch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Birch Elementary School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#274 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
17%
13%
White
63%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 River Birch Elementary School's ranking?
River Birch Elementary School is ranked #274 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are River Birch Elementary School often compared to?
River Birch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sycamore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend River Birch Elementary School?
753 students attend River Birch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of River Birch Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Birch Elementary School?
River Birch Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does River Birch Elementary School offer ?
River Birch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Birch Elementary School part of?
River Birch Elementary School is part of Avon Community School Corp School District.
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