Serving 919 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverside 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 83% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Suwanee, GA, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside 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
Riverside Elementary School's student population of 919 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
919 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
35 acres
School Rankings
Riverside 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 Riverside Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#29 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
43%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Elementary School's ranking?
Riverside Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Riverside Elementary School often compared to?
Riverside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Level Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
919 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Riverside Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside Elementary School offer ?
Riverside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Elementary School part of?
Riverside Elementary School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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