RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Riverside Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Newport News City Public Schools school district, located in Newport News, VA with about 552 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 30 teachers, Riverside Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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 in Newport News, Virginia, is a dedicated educational institution within the Newport News Public Schools district. Serving a diverse community of young learners, the school emphasizes a supportive and inclusive environment designed to foster both academic achievement and personal development. By focusing on foundational skills and critical thinking, Riverside aims to prepare its students for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the local community, maintaining a commitment to partnership with parents and families to ensure student success. In addition to its standard curriculum, Riverside utilizes the resources of the Newport News school system to provide a well-rounded experience that often includes extracurricular engagement and a focus on social-emotional growth. Through its location on Country Club Road, the school serves as a stable neighborhood hub dedicated to cultivating a lifelong love of learning in every child.

For more information, contact Riverside Elementary at (757) 591-4740 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.