Serving 1,513 students in grades 6-8, Riverwatch Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Riverwatch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Riverwatch Middle School's student population of 1,513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,513 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Calendar
Riverwatch Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverwatch Middle School is 0.56, 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
#28 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
62%
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
5%
36%
White
23%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Riverwatch Middle School's ranking?
Riverwatch Middle School is ranked #28 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Riverwatch Middle School often compared to?
Riverwatch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Forsyth Middle School, North Gwinnett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Riverwatch Middle School?
1,513 students attend Riverwatch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Riverwatch Middle School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 18:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverwatch Middle School part of?
Riverwatch Middle School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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