RIVERA EL

RIVERA EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the DENTON ISD school district, located in DENTON, TX with about 604 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 50 teachers, RIVERA EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

RIVERA ELementary School is a public school located in the heart of Denton, Texas, serving students in the Denton Independent School District. As a neighborhood campus, it is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. The school typically serves a diverse student population, aiming to provide equitable educational opportunities through a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects like literacy and mathematics with enrichment activities.

The school is well-regarded for its focus on creating a welcoming atmosphere for families and maintaining strong partnerships with the local community. By utilizing modern instructional strategies and dedicated teaching staff, RIVERA ELementary strives to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond. Its location on Newton Street places it centrally within the Denton community, making it a key hub for local families seeking a structured and nurturing educational setting for their elementary-aged children.

For more information, contact RIVERA EL at (940) 369-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

701 NEWTON ST
DENTON, TX 76205-6234
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RIVERA EL is a public Title I school in DENTON, TX with about 604 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
DENTON ISD
Total Students:
604
Teachers:
50.52
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 604 students

Hispanic/Latino
46.2%
Black or African American
28.0%
White
21.5%
Two or more races
2.2%
Asian
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.