Serving 699 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rivers Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
E. Rivers Elementary School's student population of 699 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
699 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
E. Rivers Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 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 equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#543 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E. Rivers Elementary School's ranking?
E. Rivers Elementary School is ranked #543 out of 2,192 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
699 students attend E. Rivers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of E. Rivers Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 23% 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 12:1, which is lower than 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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