Serving 463 students in grades 7-8, Riverside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Middle School's student population of 463 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#331 out of 1095 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
15%
32%
White
72%
48%
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
50%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Middle School's ranking?
Riverside Middle School is ranked #331 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Riverside Middle School?
463 students attend Riverside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Riverside Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Middle School?
Riverside Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside Middle School offer ?
Riverside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Middle School part of?
Riverside Middle School is part of Anderson 04 School District.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2021
Amazing school and after-school program. I love it there.
2 12/14/2009
I am appalled by the lack of concern and complete disregard of bullying in this school. My brother attends this school and has been abused by a group of children for over two years. My brother has sought help from his teachers. The bullying only worsened. My mother has spoken with the guidance counselor every year in an attempt to solve the problem to no avail. It has been two and a half years of daily physical and verbal abuse with no intervention by the school staff! This school does NOT provide a safe learning environment!
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