Serving 201 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riverbend Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverbend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Riverbend Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverbend Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbend Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥95%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
n/a
25%
White
92%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverbend Elementary School's ranking?
Riverbend Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Riverbend Elementary School often compared to?
Riverbend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isaac Dickson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Riverbend Elementary School?
201 students attend Riverbend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Riverbend Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverbend Elementary School?
Riverbend Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Riverbend Elementary School offer ?
Riverbend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverbend Elementary School part of?
Riverbend Elementary School is part of Haywood County Schools School District.
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