Serving 782 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Ridge Elementary School's student population of 782 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
782 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Ridge Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 2204 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
10%
36%
White
65%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
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 #22 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend River Ridge Elementary School?
782 students attend River Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of River Ridge Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% 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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