RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Riverside Township School District school district, located in RIVERSIDE, NJ with about 705 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 48 teachers, RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY 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 SCHOOL, located at 112 E. Washington Street in Riverside, New Jersey, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local community. As a primary school, it focuses on the academic and social development of students in their early formative years, aiming to provide a supportive environment that encourages curiosity, foundational literacy, and essential numeracy skills. The school operates as part of the Riverside Township School District, working to prepare students for the transition to middle school while fostering a sense of belonging within the small-town community.

The school is characterized by its commitment to student-centered learning and community engagement. By maintaining a focus on core curriculum standards, Riverside Elementary strives to balance rigorous academic expectations with the diverse needs of its student body. Beyond the classroom, the school often acts as a hub for community interaction, emphasizing the importance of school spirit and parental involvement to ensure a collaborative educational experience for all children in the district.

For more information, contact RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (856) 461-1255 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.