Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River's Edge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River's Edge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
River's Edge Elementary School's student population of 683 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River's Edge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River's Edge Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#357 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
18%
Black
87%
36%
White
1%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River's Edge Elementary School's ranking?
River's Edge Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are River's Edge Elementary School often compared to?
River's Edge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arnold Elementary School, Eddie White Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend River's Edge Elementary School?
683 students attend River's Edge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of River's Edge Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River's Edge Elementary School?
River's Edge Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does River's Edge Elementary School offer ?
River's Edge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is River's Edge Elementary School part of?
River's Edge Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.
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