Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School's student population of 233 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#268 out of 1280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
6%
7%
White
60%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School is ranked #268 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mclean Science/tech Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School?
233 students attend Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School?
Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School part of?
Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School located?
Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School is located in the Riverside neighborhood of Wichita, KS.
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