RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL

RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MIAMI-DADE school district, located in MIAMI, FL with about 1,242 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 85 teachers, RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 ELEMENTARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL, located in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami, serves as a central hub for academic development and community engagement within the Miami-Dade County Public Schools district. As a "Community School," it operates on a model that goes beyond traditional classroom instruction, intentionally integrating social services, family resources, and extracurricular opportunities to support the holistic well-being of its students and the surrounding neighborhood.

The school is committed to providing a nurturing educational environment that prepares a diverse student body for future success. By fostering partnerships with local organizations and prioritizing family involvement, Riverside Elementary aims to bridge the gap between home and school, ensuring that students have access to the resources they need to thrive both academically and personally. Its location in the heart of Miami allows it to play a vital role in the cultural and educational landscape of the local community.

For more information, contact RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY COMMUNITY SCHOOL at (305) 547-1520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.