Serving 699 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, E. Rivers Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E. Rivers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
E. Rivers Elementary School's student population of 699 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
699 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
E. Rivers Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E. Rivers Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#543 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
33%
36%
White
34%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E. Rivers Elementary School's ranking?
E. Rivers Elementary School is ranked #543 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are E. Rivers Elementary School often compared to?
E. Rivers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sara Rawson Smith Elementary School, Morris Brandon Elementary School, Garden Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend E. Rivers Elementary School?
699 students attend E. Rivers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of E. Rivers Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E. Rivers Elementary School?
E. Rivers Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does E. Rivers Elementary School offer ?
E. Rivers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is E. Rivers Elementary School part of?
E. Rivers Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is E. Rivers Elementary School located?
E. Rivers Elementary School is located in the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. There are 5 other public schools located in Buckhead.
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