RIVERHILLS ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL

RIVERHILLS ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HILLSBOROUGH school district, located in TEMPLE TERRACE, FL with about 470 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 37 teachers, RIVERHILLS ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

RIVERHILLS ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL, located in Temple Terrace, Florida, operates as part of the Hillsborough County Public Schools district. As a magnet school, it is designed to provide specialized academic programming that attracts students from beyond its immediate residential zone, often focusing on unique themes—such as the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme—to foster inquiry-based learning and global awareness. The school serves the local community by providing a structured, rigorous curriculum aimed at developing critical thinking and collaborative skills in its elementary-aged student body.

Situated in a scenic area of Temple Terrace, the campus serves as a hub for both academic and extracurricular development. The school’s administration and faculty emphasize a supportive environment that encourages parental involvement and community partnership. By leveraging the resources of the Hillsborough County district, Riverhills maintains a focus on modern educational standards, preparing students for success in middle school and beyond while fostering a culture of curiosity and academic excellence.

For more information, contact RIVERHILLS ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL at (813) 987-6911 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.