Serving 718 students in grades 6-8, Riverside Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riverside Middle School's student population of 718 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#191 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
10%
19%
Black
13%
36%
White
65%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Middle School's ranking?
Riverside Middle School is ranked #191 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Riverside Middle School often compared to?
Riverside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stallings Island Middle School, Greenbrier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Riverside Middle School?
718 students attend Riverside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Riverside Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Middle School?
Riverside Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside Middle School offer ?
Riverside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Middle School part of?
Riverside Middle School is part of Columbia County School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 3/21/2020
10/10 would recommend this school for anyone. Right now I am a senior in high school but I used to go to this school. And I had a lot of good memories.
5 7/19/2016
Wonderful school and teachers but the children (mostly boys) should be controlled they say offensive to females and 8th and 7th treat the 6th graders badly. I have been cussed at a lot for no reason. Right now I don't wish to be friends with any of them same goes for the 6 graders too but not everybody is like that. It is not the kids but the things that they watch makes them rude. But the learning expirence was very fun for mean and the teachers were so very nice
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