Serving 1,086 students in grades 6-8, Riverside Middle 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 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,086 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside Middle serves the eastern part of Greer, SC, covering an area of approximately 23.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverside Middle School's student population of 1,086 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,086 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
Riverside Middle 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 Riverside Middle School is 0.64, 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
#237 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
14%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
56%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Middle School's ranking?
Riverside Middle School is ranked #237 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Riverside Middle School often compared to?
Riverside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Riverside Middle School?
1,086 students attend Riverside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Riverside Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Middle School?
Riverside Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside Middle School offer ?
Riverside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside Middle School part of?
Riverside Middle School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
School Reviews
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