Serving 450 students in grades 7-8, River Bend Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: River Bend Middle serves the northeast part of Claremont, NC, covering an area of approximately 65.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Bend Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Bend Middle School's student population of 450 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
River Bend Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Bend Middle School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1531 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
47%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Bend Middle School's ranking?
River Bend Middle School is ranked #1531 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are River Bend Middle School often compared to?
River Bend Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend River Bend Middle School?
450 students attend River Bend Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of River Bend Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Bend Middle School?
River Bend Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does River Bend Middle School offer ?
River Bend Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Bend Middle School part of?
River Bend Middle School is part of Catawba County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i think this school will be a good school for me in 7th grade a hear only good things and im ready for next year:)
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