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Riverdale Elementary School

10724 Elm Drive, Thornton, CO 80233, United States

+1 (720) 972-5580

http://riverdale.adams12.org

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Riverdale Elementary School Overview

About This School

Riverdale Elementary School is a public elementary in Thornton, Colorado, serving 372 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 78% in English Language Arts, 72% in mathematics, and 75% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1 with 23 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary at the school is $88,804. Students at Riverdale Elementary School are 49% male and 51% female. The student body is composed of 56% Hispanic, 35% White, 4% Two or More Races, 3% Black, and 2% Asian students.

372

Total Students

PK-5

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

23 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Adams County

Students per Counselor

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Riverdale Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Mathematics

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Science

Class Information

16:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 17.4:1

State Avg: 16:1

Students per Counselor

Riverdale Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$88,804

City Avg: $82,329

State Avg: $72,711

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio16:1

Students per Counselor:1

Riverdale Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

48.92%

Male

51.08%

Female

Total Enrollment: 372 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White34.68%

Hispanic55.65%

Asian2.15%

Black2.96%

Two or More Races4.3%

Native American0.27%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Riverdale Elementary School

Q: What is Riverdale Elementary School?

A: Riverdale Elementary School is a elementary public located in Thornton.

Q: How many students attend Riverdale Elementary School?

A: Riverdale Elementary School has approximately 372 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Elementary School is 16:1.

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Detailed Information about Riverdale Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Riverdale Elementary School - Thornton, CO

Quick Facts about Riverdale Elementary School
School Name	Riverdale Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	10724 Elm Drive, Thornton, CO 80233, Thornton, CO
County	Adams County
Phone	+1 (720) 972-5580
Total Students	372
Student-Teacher Ratio	16:1
Full-Time Teachers	23
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Riverdale Elementary School

What is Riverdale Elementary School?

Riverdale Elementary School is a elementary public located in Thornton.

How many students attend Riverdale Elementary School?

Riverdale Elementary School has approximately 372 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverdale Elementary School is 16:1.

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