Riverton School District


Summary:

Riverton School District is a single elementary school serving grades PK-8 in Riverton, New Jersey. This standout school has significantly higher proficiency rates on state assessments compared to the state averages, particularly in English Language Arts and Algebra I performance. With 261 students enrolled, Riverton School District is ranked 280 out of 609 districts in New Jersey and rated 3 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Riverton School District's academic excellence is evident across multiple metrics. In 2024-2025, 93.1% of 3rd graders were proficient or better in ELA, far exceeding the state average of 44.9%. The school also boasts a 100% proficiency rate on the Algebra I end-of-course and 8th grade assessments, compared to the state averages of 38.2% and 72.7%, respectively. While science proficiency rates are lower than ELA and math, they still surpass the state averages, with 39.4% of 5th graders and 12.2% of 8th graders scoring proficient or better in 2024-2025.

Despite the school's overall strong performance, there are a few areas of potential concern. The school's statewide ranking has declined in recent years, and the relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (13.79%) may suggest that the school serves a more affluent population, raising questions about equity and access. Nevertheless, Riverton School District remains a high-performing elementary school with a focus on academic excellence, particularly in ELA and mathematics.

District Detail

 600 Fifth Street
Riverton, NJ 08077

 (856) 829-0087

SchoolDigger Rank:
280th of 609 New Jersey districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-8
Students: 252

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 0
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Jersey Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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