Serving 1,002 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverbank Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverbank Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Riverbank Elementary School's student population of 1,002 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverbank Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbank Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#609 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
45%
14%
Black
25%
31%
White
23%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverbank Elementary School's ranking?
Riverbank Elementary School is ranked #609 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Riverbank Elementary School often compared to?
Riverbank Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saluda River Academy For The Arts, Springdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Riverbank Elementary School?
1,002 students attend Riverbank Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Riverbank Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverbank Elementary School?
Riverbank Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverbank Elementary School offer ?
Riverbank Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverbank Elementary School part of?
Riverbank Elementary School is part of Lexington 02 School District.
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