RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY - SPALDING

RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY - SPALDING is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RIVERSIDE PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in SPALDING, NE with about 57 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 7 teachers, RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY - SPALDING has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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 in Spalding, Nebraska, serves as a key educational anchor for the local community, operating as part of the Riverside Public Schools district. Located at 124 S Ash, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for elementary-aged children, focusing on foundational academic skills and the social-emotional development of its students. By maintaining a smaller, close-knit atmosphere typical of rural Nebraska schools, the institution emphasizes personalized attention and strong partnerships between educators, students, and local families.

Beyond standard classroom instruction, Riverside Elementary is integral to the culture of Spalding, often serving as a hub for community engagement and extracurricular activities. The school prioritizes preparing its students for success as they transition into middle and high school levels, balancing traditional curriculum standards with a commitment to the values of the surrounding area. Its presence in Spalding reflects the district's broader mission to provide quality educational opportunities while preserving the unique identity and community spirit of the rural communities it serves.

For more information, contact RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY - SPALDING at (308) 497-2431 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.