Serving 1,048 students in grades 6-8, Riverside Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,048 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
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Riverside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
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Riverside Middle School's student population of 1,048 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,048 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
Riverside Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Middle School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#237 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
13%
31%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Riverside Middle School's ranking?
Riverside Middle School is ranked #237 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Riverside Middle School often compared to?
Riverside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Riverside Middle School?
1,048 students attend Riverside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Riverside Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
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 South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside Middle School offer ?
Riverside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside Middle School part of?
Riverside Middle School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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