Serving 2,117 students in grades 9-12, River Bluff High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: River Bluff High serves the northeast part of Lexington, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 36.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Bluff High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
River Bluff High School's student population of 2,117 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,117 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
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Year Founded
2013
School Rankings
River Bluff High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Bluff High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#41 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Asian
9%
2%
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Hispanic
9%
15%
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Black
11%
31%
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White
67%
46%
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Two or more races
4%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
95%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Bluff High School's ranking?
River Bluff High School is ranked #41 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are River Bluff High School often compared to?
River Bluff High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lexington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Bluff High School?
The graduation rate of River Bluff High School is 95%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend River Bluff High School?
2,117 students attend River Bluff High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of River Bluff High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Bluff High School?
River Bluff High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Bluff High School offer ?
River Bluff High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Bluff High School part of?
River Bluff High School is part of Lexington 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Amazing school! I love the environment and everyone is so friendly. Being on the swim team, it's hard to make friends... but everyone at rbhs accepted me and loved me just the way I was! Thank you Mr. smith!
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