RILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Riley Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the La Porte Community School Corp school district, located in LaPorte, IN with about 419 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 22 teachers, Riley Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Riley Elementary School, located at 516 Weller Ave in LaPorte, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the LaPorte Community School Corporation. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its K–5 students. By emphasizing core curriculum standards and community engagement, the school aims to prepare young learners for their transition into middle school while cultivating a sense of belonging and civic responsibility.

Beyond its standard academic programming, Riley Elementary plays an active role in the local LaPorte community. The school environment is typically characterized by a focus on character education and inclusive classroom settings designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. With its dedicated faculty and staff, the school strives to build strong partnerships with parents and families, ensuring that each student has the resources and guidance necessary to achieve success throughout their primary education years.

For more information, contact Riley Elementary School at (219) 362-3235 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.