Serving 770 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: River Ridge Elementary serves the southeast part of Moore, SC, covering an area of approximately 20.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Ridge Elementary School's student population of 770 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
770 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School 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 Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#377 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
13%
31%
White
65%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
River Ridge Elementary School is ranked #377 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are River Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
River Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reidville Elementary School, Abner Creek Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend River Ridge Elementary School?
770 students attend River Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of River Ridge Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Ridge Elementary School?
River Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Ridge Elementary School offer ?
River Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Ridge Elementary School part of?
River Ridge Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 05 School District.
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