Riverside School

schools.jordandistrict.org/riverside/default.htm

591 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Riverside Elementary School, located in West Jordan, Utah, is a public school operating under the Jordan School District. The school serves a diverse student population and is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social responsibility, and community engagement. By utilizing a comprehensive curriculum, the school strives to equip students with the essential skills needed for success in their future educational endeavors while promoting a culture of inclusivity and mutual respect.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Riverside Elementary places a strong emphasis on the partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding community. The school encourages parental involvement through various programs and communication channels, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that addresses both their intellectual and emotional needs. With a focus on creating a safe and encouraging atmosphere, Riverside aims to help every child reach their full potential within the vibrant West Jordan community.

591

Total Students

32.9

Full-Time Teachers

18.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

43.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Riverside School
Demographic	Student Count
White	312
Hispanic	219
Black	16
Asian	4
Two or More	22
American Indian	3
Pacific Islander	15

White
312 (52.8%)
Hispanic
219 (37.1%)
Two or More
22 (3.7%)
Black
16 (2.7%)
Pacific Islander
15 (2.5%)
Asian
4 (0.7%)
American Indian
3 (0.5%)

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:	No
District:	Jordan District
Phone:	(801)565-7484
Website:	http://schools.jordandistrict.org/riverside/default.htm
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	591
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	32.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	189
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	66

* 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 71

Grade 1 99

Grade 2 90

Grade 3 80

Grade 4 75

Grade 5 89

Grade 6 87

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Riverside School
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	71
Grade 1	99
Grade 2	90
Grade 3	80
Grade 4	75
Grade 5	89
Grade 6	87

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Riverside School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	281	47.5%
Male	310	52.5%

Elementary School K - 5th