Serving 628 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Riverdale Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Riverdale Heights Elementary School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Riverdale Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale Heights Elementary School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#53 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
8%
7%
White
60%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Riverdale Heights Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Riverdale Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Riverdale Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell Elementary School, Pleasant View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Riverdale Heights Elementary School?
628 students attend Riverdale Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Riverdale Heights Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverdale Heights Elementary School?
Riverdale Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverdale Heights Elementary School offer ?
Riverdale Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverdale Heights Elementary School part of?
Riverdale Heights Elementary School is part of Pleasant Valley Comm School District.
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