Serving 1,737 students in grades 9-12, Riverwood International Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverwood International Charter School serves the northeast part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 20.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverwood International Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Riverwood International Charter School's student population of 1,737 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,737 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverwood International Charter School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverwood International Charter School is 0.71, 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
#562 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
84.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Mascot
Ricky The Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverwood International Charter School's ranking?
Riverwood International Charter School is ranked #562 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Riverwood International Charter School often compared to?
Riverwood International Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverwood International Charter School?
The graduation rate of Riverwood International Charter School is 97%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84.4%.
How many students attend Riverwood International Charter School?
1,737 students attend Riverwood International Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Riverwood International Charter School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverwood International Charter School?
Riverwood International Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverwood International Charter School offer ?
Riverwood International Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverwood International Charter School part of?
Riverwood International Charter School is part of Fulton County School District.
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