Serving 1,098 students in grades 6-8, River Trail Middle 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 80% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,098 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: River Trail Middle School serves the northeast part of Duluth, GA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 9.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 4.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Trail Middle 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 Trail Middle School's student population of 1,098 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,098 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
The Wolf Way describes the ideal River Trail student; respectful, kind, and a problem solver.
School Rankings
River Trail Middle 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 Trail Middle School is 0.62, 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
#41 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
58%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-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 Trail Middle School's ranking?
River Trail Middle School is ranked #41 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are River Trail Middle School often compared to?
River Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webb Bridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend River Trail Middle School?
1,098 students attend River Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of River Trail Middle School students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Trail Middle School?
River Trail Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Trail Middle School offer ?
River Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Trail Middle School part of?
River Trail Middle School is part of Fulton County School District.
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