Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Riverside Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside Primary School serves the southern part of Mableton, GA, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Riverside Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% 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 0.53, 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
#1855 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Stallions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Elementary School's ranking?
Riverside Elementary School is ranked #1855 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Riverside Elementary School?
471 students attend Riverside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Riverside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Elementary School?
Riverside Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower 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 Cobb County School District.
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