Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: River Springs Elementary serves the eastern part of Irmo, SC, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most students live within a short 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Springs Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
416 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
We Love and Grow Our Students!
School Rankings
River Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Springs Elementary School 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
#288 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Springs Elementary School's ranking?
River Springs Elementary School is ranked #288 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are River Springs Elementary School often compared to?
River Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Pointe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend River Springs Elementary School?
416 students attend River Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of River Springs Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Springs Elementary School?
River Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Springs Elementary School offer ?
River Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Springs Elementary School part of?
River Springs Elementary School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
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