Serving 775 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
River Ridge Elementary School's student population of 775 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
775 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Ridge Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 2168 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
10%
36%
White
67%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
River Ridge Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are River Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
River Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevens Creek Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend River Ridge Elementary School?
775 students attend River Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of River Ridge Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Ridge Elementary School?
River Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Ridge Elementary School offer ?
River Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is River Ridge Elementary School part of?
River Ridge Elementary School is part of Columbia County School District.
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