Serving 1,537 students in grades 6-8, Riverwatch Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 80% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverwatch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riverwatch Middle School's student population of 1,537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverwatch Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverwatch Middle School is 0.59, 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
#32 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
59%
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
5%
36%
White
25%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverwatch Middle School's ranking?
Riverwatch Middle School is ranked #32 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Riverwatch Middle School often compared to?
Riverwatch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Forsyth Middle 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 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Riverwatch Middle School?
1,537 students attend Riverwatch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Riverwatch Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverwatch Middle School?
Riverwatch Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverwatch Middle School offer ?
Riverwatch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Riverwatch Middle School part of?
Riverwatch Middle School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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