Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, E. Rivers Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E. Rivers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
E. Rivers Elementary School's student population of 706 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
E. Rivers Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E. Rivers Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#636 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
34%
36%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E. Rivers Elementary School's ranking?
E. Rivers Elementary School is ranked #636 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are E. Rivers Elementary School often compared to?
E. Rivers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Brandon Elementary School, Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend E. Rivers Elementary School?
706 students attend E. Rivers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of E. Rivers Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of E. Rivers Elementary School?
E. Rivers Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does E. Rivers Elementary School offer ?
E. Rivers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is E. Rivers Elementary School part of?
E. Rivers Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is E. Rivers Elementary School located?
E. Rivers Elementary School is located in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 5 other public schools located in Buckhead.
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