Riverwood International Charter School is a charter school located in Sandy Springs, Georgia, United States. It is one of Fulton County's four magnet sites, offering International Studies and International Baccalaureate programs.
Serving 1,716 students in grades 9-12, Riverwood International Charter School ranks in the top 50% 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 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,716 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Riverwood International Charter School's student population of 1,716 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverwood International Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverwood International Charter School is 0.69, 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
#711 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
37%
19%
Black
23%
36%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ricky The Raider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverwood International Charter School's ranking?
Riverwood International Charter School is ranked #711 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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 98%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Riverwood International Charter School?
1,716 students attend Riverwood International Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Riverwood International Charter School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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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