Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-5, River Woods Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Woods Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Woods Elementary School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
River Woods Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Woods Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
59%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Woods Elementary School's ranking?
River Woods Elementary School is ranked #68 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are River Woods Elementary School often compared to?
River Woods Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend River Woods Elementary School?
481 students attend River Woods Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of River Woods Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Woods Elementary School?
River Woods Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Woods Elementary School offer ?
River Woods Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is River Woods Elementary School part of?
River Woods Elementary School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
In what neighborhood is River Woods Elementary School located?
River Woods Elementary School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 34 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.
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