Riverside Elementary School

www.grantspass.k12.or.us

351 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Riverside Elementary School is a public school located in Grants Pass, Oregon, serving students within the Grants Pass School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a strong school community. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience, Riverside aims to prepare its students for future success through a curriculum that aligns with state standards while addressing the diverse needs of its student population.

As part of the Grants Pass School District, Riverside Elementary benefits from the district’s focus on innovative instruction and collaborative community partnerships. The school utilizes its location on SE Harvey Drive to serve as a local hub for families, encouraging parent involvement and transparent communication. Through various programs and dedicated faculty, the school strives to inspire a lifelong love of learning and help every child reach their full potential in a safe, inclusive, and encouraging atmosphere.

351

Total Students

21.6

Full-Time Teachers

16.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

72.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Riverside Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	256
Hispanic	54
Black	3
Two or More	36
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
256 (72.9%)
Hispanic
54 (15.4%)
Two or More
36 (10.3%)
Black
3 (0.9%)
American Indian
1 (0.3%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Grants Pass SD 7
Phone:	(541)474-5780
Website:	http://www.grantspass.k12.or.us
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	351
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	21.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	255
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 47

Grade 1 65

Grade 2 65

Grade 3 51

Grade 4 67

Grade 5 56

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Riverside Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	47
Grade 1	65
Grade 2	65
Grade 3	51
Grade 4	67
Grade 5	56

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Riverside Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	185	52.7%
Male	166	47.3%

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