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Riverchase Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 636 students

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5 stars

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Posted April 9, 2013

The front office and leadership team of Riverchase Elementary need a lesson in customer service as well as compassion. This school lacks the warm fuzzy feeling a quality elementary school should have. The standards for each grade seem low compared to other elementary schools across the country even though they meet or exceed Alabama standards.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 19, 2011

Very happy we decided to start our son at Riverchase. This was our first experience in the public school system and I'm more than pleased. Great principal and asst. principal. On many occasions when I volunteered in my sons class they were also involved in the activities. I loved that my son has so many adults that care about his education and his well being. This school exceeded my expectations.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 20, 2010

I'm so pleased with Riverchase. The teachers are wonderful. My son has exceeded my expectations and thrived at this wonderful school. There is a lot of parent involvement and I'm sure this has a lot to do with the schools success. I would highly recommend the school and surrounding neighborhoods. Wonderful area and I look forward to many years as an active parent in the Hoover School System.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 24, 2010

I'm prejudiced - I work here! The faculty is very student oriented, high quality and a great community in and of itself. The students are great and never cease to amaze! The parents here are our best assets and advocates. AND it's beautiful! I believe this is one of the best possible schools around!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted December 23, 2009

I love the teachers and the adminstration! Everyone goes above and beyond. I could not ask for a better school to send my children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 21, 2009

Riverchase has wonderful students, parents, teachers, and faculty!!! We all work together everyday to meet the learning needs of each student.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted October 21, 2009

I love this school because it is filled with adults who love children and are willing to invest themselves in being the best they can be for the children. The students and parents are wonderful to work alongside.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted September 17, 2009

The Principal and the faculity truly care about every child. They believe every child should be the best they can be and they remind them everyday. They encourage every parent to be involved with their child's education.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 13, 2009

This school has provided my children an excellent experience so far. I would highly recommend it to others. Thank you.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 26, 2007

An excellent school with a very good principle who knows how to keep discipline.Teachers are very devoted,environment is very good.My daughter loved it here .We miss this school.
—Submitted by humaira moiz, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2010.

93 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
84%

2007

 
 
85%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 87% in 2010.

93 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
98%

2007

 
 
92%
Scale: % level 3 or 4

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Alabama used the Alabama Reading and Mathematics Test (ARMT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The ARMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Alabama's state standards

Source: Alabama Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2010.

108 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
85%

2007

 
 
87%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 87% in 2010.

108 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
93%

2007

 
 
94%
Scale: % level 3 or 4

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Alabama used the Alabama Reading and Mathematics Test (ARMT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The ARMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Alabama's state standards

Source: Alabama Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2010.

86 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
89%

2007

 
 
82%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2010.

86 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
99%

2008

 
 
93%

2007

 
 
96%
Scale: % level 3 or 4

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Alabama used the Alabama Reading and Mathematics Test (ARMT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The ARMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Alabama's state standards

Source: Alabama Department of Education

Math

All Students80%
Female85%
Male74%
Black60%
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White88%
Race/Ethnicity Unknownn/a
Free and reduced-price lunch39%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Special educationn/a
Students without disabilities82%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English82%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant80%

Reading

All Students89%
Female93%
Male85%
Black72%
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White98%
Race/Ethnicity Unknownn/a
Free and reduced-price lunch67%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special educationn/a
Students without disabilities92%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English91%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%
Scale: % level 3 or 4

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Alabama used the Alabama Reading and Mathematics Test (ARMT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The ARMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Alabama Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Alabama's state standards

Source: Alabama Department of Education

Math

All Students89%
Female91%
Male87%
Black76%
Asian/Pacific Islander100%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White93%
Race/Ethnicity Unknownn/a
Free and reduced-price lunch76%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special educationn/a
Students without disabilities91%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant89%

Reading

All Students97%
Female98%
Male96%
Black100%
Asian/Pacific Islander100%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White96%
Race/Ethnicity Unknownn/a
Free and reduced-price lunch100%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special educationn/a
Students without disabilities99%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant97%
Scale: % level 3 or 4

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Alabama used the Alabama Reading and Mathematics Test (ARMT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The ARMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Alabama Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Alabama's state standards

Source: Alabama Department of Education

Math

All Students92%
Female90%
Male93%
Black73%
Asian/Pacific Islander100%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White98%
Free and reduced-price lunch73%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special educationn/a
Students without disabilities93%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English92%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant92%

Reading

All Students98%
Female100%
Male96%
Black95%
Asian/Pacific Islander90%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White100%
Free and reduced-price lunch93%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special educationn/a
Students without disabilities98%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant98%
Scale: % level 3 or 4

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Alabama used the Alabama Reading and Mathematics Test (ARMT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The ARMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Alabama Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Alabama's state standards

Source: Alabama Department of Education

Science

The state average for Science was 77% in 2010.

86 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
89%
Scale: % level 3 or level 4

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Alabama used the Alabama Science Assessment (ASA) to test students in grades 5 and 7 in science. The ASA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficiency level 3.

See Alabama's state standards

Source: Alabama Department of Education

Science

All Students94%
Female95%
Male93%
Black86%
Asian/Pacific Islander90%
Hispanicn/a
American Indian/Alaskan Nativen/a
White98%
Free and reduced-price lunch87%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special educationn/a
Students without disabilities94%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Scale: % level 3 or level 4

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Alabama used the Alabama Science Assessment (ASA) to test students in grades 5 and 7 in science. The ASA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Alabama. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficiency level 3.

The different student groups are identified by the Alabama Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Alabama's state standards

Source: Alabama Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 66% 59%
Black 19% 35%
Asian/Pacific Islander 11% 1%
Hispanic 5% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 15%N/A52%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A16
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1950 Old Montgomery Hwy
Hoover, AL 35244
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Phone: (205) 439-3400

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