Open since 2003, River Valley is the newest elementary school in the Lemont-Bromberek School District. The building houses approximately 565 students grades 3-5, and is adjoined to Oakwood School.
The school currently has four third-grade classes, five fourth-grade classes, six fifth-grade classes and one third/fourth split. As of 2009, 84.3 percent of students met or exceeded state standards, according to the state report card.
Led by Principal Debra Lynch, River Valley strives to "achieve a child-centered environment that promotes academic progress, personal and social growth, as well as development of life skills, self-esteem, and lifelong love of learning."