Serving 1,134 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, River Ridge Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: River Ridge Academy serves the southwest part of Bluffton, SC, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Ridge Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Ridge Academy's student population of 1,134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,134 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Rankings
River Ridge Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Ridge Academy is 0.59, 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
#348 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
27%
15%
Black
7%
31%
White
58%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Ridge Academy's ranking?
River Ridge Academy is ranked #348 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are River Ridge Academy often compared to?
River Ridge Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Pritchardville Elementary School, Lady's Island Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend River Ridge Academy?
1,134 students attend River Ridge Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of River Ridge Academy students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Ridge Academy?
River Ridge Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Ridge Academy offer ?
River Ridge Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Ridge Academy part of?
River Ridge Academy is part of Beaufort 01 School District.
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