Serving 789 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 789 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Ridge Elementary School's student population of 789 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
789 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
River Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Ridge Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#26 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
River Ridge Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are River Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
River Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevens Creek Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend River Ridge Elementary School?
789 students attend River Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of River Ridge Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Ridge Elementary School?
River Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Ridge Elementary School offer ?
River Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Ridge Elementary School part of?
River Ridge Elementary School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
View the River Ridge Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break: No School
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Early Dismissal at 12:10: Last Day of School
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
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