Riverside Central Elementary

Summary:

Riverside Central Elementary is a public elementary school in Rochester, Minnesota, serving 417 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Rochester Public School District, which is ranked 205 out of 463 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating.

Riverside Central Elementary stands out for its diverse student population, with a racial makeup that includes 31.89% White, 22.54% African American, 23.26% Hispanic, 5.76% Asian, 0.96% Native American, and 15.59% two or more races. However, the school consistently ranks in the bottom 20% of Minnesota elementary schools, with significantly lower proficiency rates in MCA-III Math, Reading, and Science compared to the district and state averages. The school also struggles to support the academic achievement of its student subgroups, ranking in the bottom 30% for African American, Hispanic, English Language Learner, Special Education, and Low Socioeconomic Status students.

Riverside Central Elementary's performance has been declining over the past several years, with the school's statewide ranking dropping from 735 out of 848 Minnesota elementary schools in 2015-2016 to 820 out of 881 in 2023-2024. This trend is concerning, especially when compared to the nearby schools, such as Folwell Elementary, Montessori at Franklin Elementary, and Lincoln K-8 District-Wide School, which consistently outperform Riverside Central Elementary in academic achievement.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 506 5th Ave SE
       Rochester, MN  55904-8888


(507) 328-3700

District: Rochester Public School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
820th of 881 Minnesota Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $17,286 Help


Students who attend Riverside Central Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Kellogg Middle
High:    Century Senior High

Student/teacher ratio:  11.4 Help
Number of students:  417

Racial breakdown:

White:
31.9%
Hispanic:
23.3%
African American:
22.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  79.1% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Riverside Central Elementary ranks worse than 93.1% of elementary schools in Minnesota. It also ranks last among 16 ranked elementary schools in the Rochester Public School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 6.73. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Riverside Central Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (31.9%), Hispanic (23.3%), African American (22.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 79.1% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Rochester Public School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Riverside Central Elementary is 11.4, which is the lowest among 18 elementary schools in the Rochester Public School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Riverside Central Elementary is $17,286, which is the highest among 18 elementary schools in the Rochester Public School District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Riverside Central Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Riverside Central Elementary 820th of 881 Minnesota public elementary schools. (See Riverside Central Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Rochester Public School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Rochester Public School District 205th of 463 Minnesota school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Riverside Central Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Riverside Central Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 19.49 596th 674 11.6%
2004 39.79 496th 676 26.6%
2005 28.84 575th 685 16.1%
2006 44.46 532nd 756 29.6%
2007 49.65 486th 777 37.5%
2008 53.34 442nd 781 43.4%
2009 31.85 359th 434 17.3%
2010 26.06 684th 803 14.8%
2011 23.99 700th 814 14.0%
2012 19.67 731st 820 10.9%
2013 13.91 744th 824 9.7%
2014 11.33 752nd 826 9.0%
2015 14.08 741st 840 11.8%
2016 17.52 735th 848 13.3%
2017 12.85 759th 853 11.0%
2018 9.56 768th 847 9.3%
2019 12.11 773rd 870 11.1%
2021 7.23 790th 869 9.1%
2022 7.70 780th 858 9.1%
2024 6.73 820th 881 6.9%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Riverside Central Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 22.49 223rd 242 7.9%
2019 34.32 164th 239 31.4%
2021 21.58 166th 175 5.1%
2022 21.73 231st 256 9.8%
2024 19.14 285th 303 5.9%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Riverside Central Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 16.82 407th 463 12.1%
2019 13.82 480th 515 6.8%
2021 5.60 411th 417 1.4%
2022 12.05 477th 500 4.6%
2024 10.29 549th 572 4.0%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for Special Education Students!

Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Riverside Central Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 14.38 666th 728 8.5%
2019 14.26 673rd 740 9.1%
2021 16.26 606th 683 11.3%
2022 15.01 608th 663 8.3%
2024 11.78 730th 793 7.9%
See the entire list of Best Minnesota Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Homeless students at Riverside Central Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 23.24 9th 10 10.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Riverside Central Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 10.83 704th 774 9.0%
2019 18.84 675th 787 14.2%
2021 6.77 725th 783 7.4%
2022 14.19 688th 799 13.9%
2024 8.46 750th 809 7.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Riverside Central Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 10.28 711th 779 8.7%
2019 7.92 738th 798 7.5%
2021 7.93 719th 784 8.3%
2022 3.94 784th 808 3.0%
2024 6.88 775th 826 6.2%
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Rank History for Asian students at Riverside Central Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 17.43 114th 134 14.9%
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Rank History for African American students at Riverside Central Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.92 203rd 266 23.7%
2019 47.38 156th 283 44.9%
2021 27.96 172nd 227 24.2%
2022 17.19 250th 282 11.3%
2024 19.55 267th 310 13.9%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Riverside Central Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 17.71 206th 220 6.4%
2019 29.71 168th 219 23.3%
2021 19.20 138th 153 9.8%
2022 18.05 194th 209 7.2%
2024 15.83 224th 249 10.0%
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Rank History for White students at Riverside Central Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 7.70 703rd 712 1.3%
2019 3.97 715th 722 1.0%
2021 5.51 699th 710 1.5%
2022 6.57 709th 725 2.2%
2024 3.88 728th 730 0.3%
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Data source: test scores: Minnesota Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Riverside Central Elementary Test Scores
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Data source: Minnesota Department of Education

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by a parent
Thursday, October 6, 2016

Open Quote This school has a really nice vibe when you walk in. You can tell the teachers really care about their students. It has some unique challenges but most of the kids seem really happy and the staff is always positive. The principals seem really cool too, they have a great rapport with the kids and parents Close Quote



Enrollment information for Riverside Central Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 243 161 92 44 5 n/a n/a 0 545
2003 243 161 92 44 5 n/a n/a 0 545
2004 311 112 80 54 3 n/a n/a 0 560
2005 342 100 84 63 7 n/a n/a 0 596
2006 360 116 89 85 5 n/a n/a 0 655
2007 366 121 81 97 2 n/a n/a 0 667
2008 382 111 82 82 4 n/a n/a 0 661
2009 379 120 85 83 5 n/a n/a 0 672
2010 300 130 72 67 2 n/a n/a 0 571
2011 303 121 72 90 4 3 25 0 618
2012 290 112 88 94 6 2 28 0 620
2013 232 92 73 91 1 3 30 0 522
2014 332 130 111 105 2 0 56 0 736
2015 311 119 85 130 2 0 44 0 691
2016 286 94 76 137 2 0 45 0 640
2017 226 100 62 126 7 0 47 0 568
2018 197 115 54 100 6 0 44 0 516
2019 173 101 43 106 4 0 51 0 478
2020 174 104 34 104 2 1 57 0 476
2021 132 90 16 110 2 1 58 0 409
2022 121 88 28 100 3 0 65 0 405
2023 133 94 24 97 4 0 65 0 417

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Riverside Central Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 545 42.5 12.8 69
2003 545 42.5 12.8 69
2004 560 38.8 14.4 55.9
2005 596 38.4 15.5 56
2006 655 41.5 15.8 52.4
2007 667 44.3 15.1 56.7
2008 661 47.2 14.0 55.7
2009 672 42.2 15.9 54.8
2010 571 40.9 13.9 59.9
2011 618 45.9 13.4 63.6
2012 620 44.2 14.0 66.9
2013 522 47.1 11.0 70.5
2014 736 47.6 15.4 70.9
2015 691 48.0 14.3 71.2
2016 640 48.0 13.3 73
2017 568 49.9 11.3 73.4
2018 516 44.3 11.6 70.5
2019 478 40.8 11.7 69.7
2020 476 38.9 12.2 64.9
2021 409 37.6 10.8 66.7
2022 405 39.3 10.3 72.1
2023 417 36.5 11.4 79.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Riverside Central Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 545 42.5 12.8 69
2003 545 42.5 12.8 69
2004 560 38.8 14.4 55.9
2005 596 38.4 15.5 56
2006 655 41.5 15.8 52.4
2007 667 44.3 15.1 56.7
2008 661 47.2 14.0 55.7
2009 672 42.2 15.9 54.8
2010 571 40.9 13.9 59.9
2011 618 45.9 13.4 63.6
2012 620 44.2 14.0 66.9
2013 522 47.1 11.0 70.5
2014 736 47.6 15.4 70.9
2015 691 48.0 14.3 71.2
2016 640 48.0 13.3 73
2017 568 49.9 11.3 73.4
2018 516 44.3 11.6 70.5
2019 478 40.8 11.7 69.7
2020 476 38.9 12.2 64.9
2021 409 37.6 10.8 66.7
2022 405 39.3 10.3 72.1
2023 417 36.5 11.4 79.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Riverside Central Elementary

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $17,286

Data source: Minnesota Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Riverside Central Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Pandemic (2021-2022)
Change (%)
Ranks 773rd of 870 Elementary schoolsRanks 780th of 858 Elementary schools
 2.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Pandemic (2021-2022)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Math (Riverside Central Elementary)32.518
 14.5%
   3rd Grade Math (Rochester Public School District)64.556
 8.5%
   3rd Grade Math (Minnesota)65.659
 6.6%
3rd Grade Reading (Riverside Central Elementary)26.524.6
 1.9%
   3rd Grade Reading (Rochester Public School District)54.947.6
 7.2%
   3rd Grade Reading (Minnesota)54.648.1
 6.5%
4th Grade Math (Riverside Central Elementary)27.97.4
 20.5%
   4th Grade Math (Rochester Public School District)61.852.7
 9.1%
   4th Grade Math (Minnesota)63.956.4
 7.5%
4th Grade Reading (Riverside Central Elementary)34.315.8
 18.5%
   4th Grade Reading (Rochester Public School District)52.448.9
 3.5%
   4th Grade Reading (Minnesota)55.449.6
 5.8%
5th Grade Math (Riverside Central Elementary)30.718.2
 12.5%
   5th Grade Math (Rochester Public School District)47.242.4
 4.8%
   5th Grade Math (Minnesota)5243.1
 9%
5th Grade Reading (Riverside Central Elementary)50.727.3
 23.4%
   5th Grade Reading (Rochester Public School District)62.359.7
 2.5%
   5th Grade Reading (Minnesota)65.859.4
 6.4%
5th Grade Science (Riverside Central Elementary)22.120
 2.1%
   5th Grade Science (Rochester Public School District)44.946.5
 1.6%
   5th Grade Science (Minnesota)54.950
 4.9%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students478417
 12.8%
African American10194
 6.9%
American Indian44
Asian4324
 44.2%
Hispanic10697
 8.5%
Pacific Islander00
White173133
 23.1%
Two or More Races5165
 27.5%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients69.7%79.1%
 9.5%


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Riverside Central Elementary ranks in the bottom 6.9% of Minnesota elementary schools.

In the 2022-23 school year, 417 students attended Riverside Central Elementary.

Students who attend Riverside Central Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Kellogg Middle
High : Century Senior High

Students at Riverside Central Elementary are 32% White, 23% Hispanic, 23% African American, 16% Two or more races, 6% Asian.


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