Best Schools in Riverdale, Georgia
12 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Riverdale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Dubois Integrity Academy
Elementary · State Specialty Schools I- Dubois Integrity Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Oliver Elementary School
Elementary · Clayton County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lake Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Clayton County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Riverdale for 2026 are Dubois Integrity Academy (7.2/10), Oliver Elementary School (5.8/10), and Lake Ridge Elementary School (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
12
11 public · 1 private
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$170,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
12
11 public · 1 private
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$170,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.2/10 despite 100% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.8 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Riverdale schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +9.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Riverdale schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Riverdale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dubois Integrity Academy | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Oliver Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Lake Ridge Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Riverdale High School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Riverdale Elementary School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Charles R. Drew High School | 4.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Harper Elementary School | 4.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Church Street Elementary School | 3.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Riverdale Middle School | 3.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Sequoyah Middle School | 2.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $55,389
- Median home value
- $170,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
9% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Riverdale compares
Georgia rank
#227 of 240
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.7
below Georgia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$55k
79% of Georgia median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Riverdale, Georgia
Riverdale, Georgia is home to 12 schools, including 11 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Riverdale show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Riverdale is Dubois Integrity Academy with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Riverdale is served by 2 school districts: State Specialty Schools I- Dubois Integrity Academy, Clayton County. These districts collectively serve 52,240 students.
Riverdale's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,389. The poverty rate in the area is 17.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,408 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.2 | ||
| 2 | 495 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 | ||
| 3 | 485 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 | ||
| 4 | 572 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.9 | ||
| 5 | 702 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 | ||
| 6 | 697 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.9 | ||
| 7 | 539 students · Pre-K–5th | 2.7 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Prime Care Learning Center II
Private
17 students · Kindergarten–1st | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 593 students · 6th–8th | 3.1 |
| 2 | 796 students · 6th–8th | 2.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,299 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 1,665 students · 9th–12th | 4.4 |
Schools in Riverdale
Riverdale, Georgia · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$55,389
Median Home Value
$170,900
Median Rent
$1,384/mo
Population
61,703
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Community Profile
Riverdale has a median household income of $55,389. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $170,900, with a median rent of $1,384/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.9%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Georgia
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Riverdale, Georgia
How many schools are in Riverdale, Georgia?
Riverdale has 12 schools, including 11 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Riverdale, Georgia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Riverdale is 4.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Riverdale, Georgia?
The top-ranked school in Riverdale on MySchoolScout is Dubois Integrity Academy with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Riverdale, Georgia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Riverdale on MySchoolScout is Dubois Integrity Academy with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Riverdale, Georgia?
The top-ranked middle school in Riverdale on MySchoolScout is Riverdale Middle School with a composite score of 3.1/10.
What is the best high school in Riverdale, Georgia?
The top-ranked high school in Riverdale on MySchoolScout is Riverdale High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Riverdale, Georgia?
Riverdale is served by 2 school districts: State Specialty Schools I- Dubois Integrity Academy, Clayton County.
What is the education level in Riverdale, Georgia?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Riverdale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Riverdale, Georgia?
The median household income in Riverdale is approximately $55,389 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Riverdale, Georgia?
Yes, Riverdale has 1 private school alongside 11 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Riverdale, Georgia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Riverdale is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Riverdale, Georgia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Georgia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.