Serving 1,177 students in grades 6-8, River City Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River City Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
River City Middle School's student population of 1,177 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
River City Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River City Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1758 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
58%
19%
Black
38%
22%
White
2%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River City Middle School's ranking?
River City Middle School is ranked #1758 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are River City Middle School often compared to?
River City Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lucille M. Brown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend River City Middle School?
1,177 students attend River City Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of River City Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River City Middle School?
River City Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does River City Middle School offer ?
River City Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River City Middle School part of?
River City Middle School is part of Richmond City School District.
In what neighborhood is River City Middle School located?
River City Middle School is located in the South Richmond neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Richmond.
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