Serving 429 students in grades 7-8, Riverside Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Middle School's student population of 429 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Middle School is 0.44, 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
#446 out of 1154 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
15%
31%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Middle School's ranking?
Riverside Middle School is ranked #446 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Riverside Middle School?
429 students attend Riverside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Riverside Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% 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 13:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside Middle School offer ?
Riverside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Middle School part of?
Riverside Middle School is part of Anderson 04 School District.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2021
Amazing school and after-school program. I love it there.
2 12/14/2009
I am appalled by the lack of concern and complete disregard of bullying in this school. My brother attends this school and has been abused by a group of children for over two years. My brother has sought help from his teachers. The bullying only worsened. My mother has spoken with the guidance counselor every year in an attempt to solve the problem to no avail. It has been two and a half years of daily physical and verbal abuse with no intervention by the school staff! This school does NOT provide a safe learning environment!
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