Riverwatch Middle School serves 1,518 students in grades 6-8.
Riverwatch Middle School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverwatch 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
Riverwatch Middle School's student population of 1,518 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverwatch Middle School is ranked within the top 5% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Riverwatch Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#30 out of 2168 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
55%
5%
Hispanic
6%
18%
Black
6%
36%
White
29%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverwatch Middle School's ranking?
Riverwatch Middle School is ranked #30 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Riverwatch Middle School?
1,518 students attend Riverwatch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Riverwatch Middle School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverwatch Middle School?
Riverwatch Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverwatch Middle School offer ?
Riverwatch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Riverwatch Middle School part of?
Riverwatch Middle School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of School
August 01, 2024 (Thursday)
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