Serving 652 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, River's Edge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
River's Edge Elementary School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
652 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
River's Edge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River's Edge Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#1712 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
83%
36%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Clayton County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River's Edge Elementary School's ranking?
River's Edge Elementary School is ranked #1712 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are River's Edge Elementary School often compared to?
River's Edge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arnold Elementary School, Eddie White Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend River's Edge Elementary School?
652 students attend River's Edge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of River's Edge Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River's Edge Elementary School?
River's Edge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does River's Edge Elementary School offer ?
River's Edge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River's Edge Elementary School part of?
River's Edge Elementary School is part of Clayton County School District.
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