Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rivera Elementary 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 14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rivera Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rivera Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Rivera Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rivera Elementary School is 0.12, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1654 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
94%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 is Rivera Elementary School's ranking?
Rivera Elementary School is ranked #1654 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Rivera Elementary School often compared to?
Rivera Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Esperanza Elementary School, Gallego Intermediate Fine Arts Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Rivera Elementary School?
419 students attend Rivera Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Rivera Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rivera Elementary School?
Rivera Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rivera Elementary School offer ?
Rivera Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rivera Elementary School part of?
Rivera Elementary School is part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407) School District.
In what neighborhood is Rivera Elementary School located?
Rivera Elementary School is located in the Cherry Avenue neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Cherry Avenue.
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