RIVERSIDE DRIVE CHARTER

Riverside Drive Charter is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Los Angeles Unified school district, located in Sherman Oaks, CA with about 617 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 28 teachers, Riverside Drive Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Riverside Drive Charter, located in the Sherman Oaks neighborhood of Los Angeles, is a prominent elementary school that operates as an Affiliated Charter within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The school is widely recognized for its strong sense of community and its commitment to academic excellence, blending a traditional public school curriculum with the operational flexibility of a charter model. It serves a diverse student body from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade, emphasizing a well-rounded education that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional development.

Beyond its core academic offerings, the school is noted for its active parent involvement and a variety of enrichment programs, which are often supported by the school’s dedicated booster club and foundation. These programs frequently include instruction in areas such as visual and performing arts, technology, and physical education. By fostering a collaborative environment between educators, families, and the local community, Riverside Drive Charter aims to provide a supportive and stimulating learning environment that prepares students for success in their middle school years and beyond.

For more information, contact Riverside Drive Charter at (818) 990-4525 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.