RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Durango School District No. 9-R school district, located in DURANGO, CO with about 481 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 31 teachers, RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Durango, Colorado, serving students in grades K-5 as part of the Durango School District 9-R. Situated on Mesa Avenue, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. The school benefits from its location in a tight-knit community, often focusing on place-based learning and utilizing the natural beauty of the surrounding San Juan Mountains to enhance student engagement.

Beyond its core curriculum, Riverview Elementary is known for its dedication to building a strong partnership between educators, students, and families. The school typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs designed to help students discover their unique interests and talents. With a focus on preparing young learners for success in middle school and beyond, Riverview prioritizes a balanced educational approach that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and active participation within the local Durango community.

For more information, contact RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (970) 247-3862 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2900 MESA AVENUE
DURANGO, CO 81301-4724
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RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in DURANGO, CO with about 481 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
481
Teachers:
31.18
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 481 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.

White
80.0%
Hispanic/Latino
11.2%
Two or more races
3.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
3.1%
Black or African American
1.5%
Asian
1.0%

Female
49.3%
Male
50.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.