RIVERSIDE EL SCH WEST

Riverside El Sch West is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Riverside SD school district, located in Taylor, PA with about 335 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd 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 23 teachers, Riverside El Sch West 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 West, located at 308 Davis St in Taylor, Pennsylvania, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Riverside School District. As a primary school, it focuses on the developmental and academic needs of students in their early elementary years, providing a structured environment designed to foster core literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills. The school functions as a hub for the local community, emphasizing a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and build the necessary academic habits for future success in higher grades.

The school is characterized by its commitment to the district’s mission of balancing rigorous curriculum standards with a focus on student well-being. By utilizing the facilities on Davis Street, Riverside Elementary West maintains a localized approach to education, allowing for closer interaction between faculty, students, and families. The institution plays a vital role in the Taylor community by providing a consistent educational experience that prepares young learners to transition smoothly into the middle and high school levels within the Riverside system.

For more information, contact Riverside El Sch West at (570) 562-2121 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.