Serving 431 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riker Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riker Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riker Hill Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riker Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riker Hill Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#163 out of 2183 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
43%
10%
Hispanic
5%
32%
Black
4%
15%
White
43%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riker Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Riker Hill Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Riker Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Riker Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burnet Hill Elementary School, Collins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Riker Hill Elementary School?
431 students attend Riker Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Riker Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 43% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riker Hill Elementary School?
Riker Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riker Hill Elementary School offer ?
Riker Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Riker Hill Elementary School part of?
Riker Hill Elementary School is part of Livingston Board Of Education School District.
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