Riverside Elementary School District #2 is an elementary school district in the southwestern region of Phoenix, Arizona. Founded in 1872, the Riverside School District is one of the oldest school districts in Phoenix. The district has traditionally served a rural farming community with a low population density.
Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Riverside Traditional School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Traditional School's student population of 381 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1872
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Riverside Traditional School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Traditional School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1090 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
72%
49%
Black
20%
6%
White
4%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Traditional School's ranking?
Riverside Traditional School is ranked #1090 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Riverside Traditional School often compared to?
Riverside Traditional Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sun Canyon School, Western Valley Elementary School, Fowler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Riverside Traditional School?
381 students attend Riverside Traditional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Riverside Traditional School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Traditional School?
Riverside Traditional School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverside Traditional School offer ?
Riverside Traditional School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Traditional School part of?
Riverside Traditional School is part of Riverside Elementary District (4257).
In what neighborhood is Riverside Traditional School located?
Riverside Traditional School is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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