Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riverview Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Riverview Elementary School's student population of 460 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
Riverview Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverview Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#318 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
9%
34%
Black
1%
15%
White
79%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
32%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverview Elementary School's ranking?
Riverview Elementary School is ranked #318 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Riverview Elementary School often compared to?
Riverview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Riverview Elementary School?
460 students attend Riverview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Riverview Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverview Elementary School?
Riverview Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverview Elementary School offer ?
Riverview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverview Elementary School part of?
Riverview Elementary School is part of Denville Township K-8 School District.
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