Serving 392 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riverside Drive Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Drive Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Riverside Drive Charter's student population of 392 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Great Minds STArt!
School Rankings
Riverside Drive Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Drive Charter is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1748 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Drive Charter's ranking?
Riverside Drive Charter is ranked #1748 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Riverside Drive Charter often compared to?
Riverside Drive Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Dixie Canyon Community Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Riverside Drive Charter?
392 students attend Riverside Drive Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Riverside Drive Charter students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Drive Charter?
Riverside Drive Charter has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riverside Drive Charter offer ?
Riverside Drive Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Riverside Drive Charter part of?
Riverside Drive Charter is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
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