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Riverside Elementary

8020 Us 19E Hwy South, Newland, NC 28657, United States

+1 (828) 737-5600

http://www.averyschools.net/schools

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Riverside Elementary Overview

About This School

Riverside Elementary is a public elementary in Newland, North Carolina, serving 98 students in grades PK-5. The school maintains a 14:1 student-teacher ratio with 6 teachers on staff, and the average teacher salary is $48,922. A counselor is available to support the student body at a ratio of 196:1. Students at the school are 56% female and 44% male. The demographic makeup is 91% White, 5% Hispanic, 3% Black, and 1% Two or More Races.

Total Students

PK-5

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

6 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

Avery County

Students per Counselor

196:1

Riverside Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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Class Information

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 12.4:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

196

Students per Counselor

Riverside Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$48,922

City Avg: $49,915

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio14:1

Students per Counselor196:1

Riverside Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

43.88%

Male

56.12%

Female

Total Enrollment: 98 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White90.82%

Hispanic5.1%

Asian0%

Black3.06%

Two or More Races1.02%

Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Riverside Elementary

Q: What is Riverside Elementary?

A: Riverside Elementary is a elementary public located in Newland.

Q: How many students attend Riverside Elementary?

A: Riverside Elementary has approximately 98 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary is 14:1.

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Detailed Information about Riverside Elementary

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

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About Riverside Elementary - Newland, NC

Quick Facts about Riverside Elementary
School Name	Riverside Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	8020 Us 19E Hwy South, Newland, NC 28657, Newland, NC
County	Avery County
Phone	+1 (828) 737-5600
Total Students	98
Student-Teacher Ratio	14:1
Full-Time Teachers	6
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside Elementary

What is Riverside Elementary?

Riverside Elementary is a elementary public located in Newland.

How many students attend Riverside Elementary?

Riverside Elementary has approximately 98 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Elementary is 14:1.

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