RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Riverside Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Harford County Public Schools school district, located in Joppa, MD with about 472 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 27 teachers, Riverside Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 School, located at 211 Stillmeadow Dr in Joppa, Maryland, is a public school serving the Harford County community. As a foundational part of the local educational landscape, the school focuses on providing a supportive environment for students in the elementary grades, emphasizing both academic development and social-emotional growth. It is integrated into the surrounding residential area, functioning as a neighborhood hub that fosters collaboration between educators, parents, and students to prepare children for success in their future academic endeavors.

The school is part of the Harford County Public Schools system, which is dedicated to meeting state-mandated curriculum standards while offering a variety of extracurricular opportunities and support services. Riverside Elementary emphasizes the importance of community engagement and strives to create a structured yet inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. Through its commitment to a well-rounded curriculum and a focus on student achievement, the school plays a critical role in the early development of youth in the Joppa area.

For more information, contact Riverside Elementary at (410) 612-1560 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.