Riverside Elementary School

16 S 700 W
Blackfoot, ID 83221
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 259 students in grades 2-3, Riverside Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 2-3
  • Enrollment: 259 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 30% in ID
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Riverside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Riverside Elementary School's student population of 259 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Riverside Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (ID)
#155 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
55-59%
41%
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
15%
21%
White
81%
72%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Riverside Elementary School's ranking?
Riverside Elementary School is ranked #155 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
259 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Riverside Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverside Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Elementary School part of?
Riverside Elementary School is part of Snake River School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 2-3
  • Enrollment: 259 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

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