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River's Edge Elementary School

Elementary School · Clayton County

205 Northbridge Rd, Fayetteville, GA 30215

Enrollment

692

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,680 of 2,268

In Fayetteville

#14 of 14

public schools

In district

#16 of 66

Clayton County

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River's Edge Elementary School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Fayetteville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.1/10

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7.6/10

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About River's Edge Elementary School

River's Edge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fayetteville, GA, part of Clayton County. River's Edge Elementary School serves approximately 692 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. River's Edge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,680 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for River's Edge Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.6% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.7% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-13.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,609
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

River's Edge Elementary School — Students at River's Edge Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
78%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2024
Math
28.6%
ELA
30.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.

How River's Edge Elementary School Compares

See how River's Edge Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in GA
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

205 Northbridge Rd, Fayetteville, GA 30215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering River's Edge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fayetteville Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sara Harp Minter Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Inman Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fayetteville, see our Fayetteville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Eddie White Middle School Hampton 1.8 mi 3.1
Michelle Obama STEM Elementary Academy Hampton 1.8 mi 7.6
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville 2.6 mi 6.4
Inman Elementary Fayetteville 2.7 mi 7.8
Kemp Primary Hampton 3.0 mi 5.0
Hawthorne Elementary School Hampton 3.2 mi 4.7
Kemp Elementary School Hampton 3.1 mi 5.8
Lovejoy High School Hampton 3.4 mi 4.1
GENESIS LEARNING SERVICES Fayetteville 4.3 mi
Mundy's Mill High School Jonesboro 4.9 mi 4.4
GROWING MINDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville 4.6 mi 5.0
Mundys Mill Middle School Jonesboro 5.1 mi 3.9
Brown Elementary School Jonesboro 5.3 mi 4.3
Fayette County High School Fayetteville 4.8 mi 6.4
Spring Hill Elementary School Fayetteville 4.7 mi 7.5
Martha K. Glaze Regional Youth Detention Center Hampton 4.8 mi
Fayetteville Elementary School Fayetteville 5.0 mi 8.5
Whitewater Middle School Fayetteville 5.4 mi 8.9
THE FOUNDRY Fayetteville 5.5 mi 4.7
Sara Harp Minter Elementary School Fayetteville 5.6 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,435

Median Home Value

$378,300

Median Rent

$1,813/mo

Population

39,233

College Educated

44.5%

Homeownership

85.7%

Avg Commute

34.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about River's Edge Elementary School

What grades does River's Edge Elementary School serve?

River's Edge Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend River's Edge Elementary School?

River's Edge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 692 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at River's Edge Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at River's Edge Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does River's Edge Elementary School rank in GA?

River's Edge Elementary School ranks #1,680 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is River's Edge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

River's Edge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at River's Edge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, River's Edge Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is River's Edge Elementary School a charter school?

No, River's Edge Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is River's Edge Elementary School a Title I school?

No, River's Edge Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River's Edge Elementary School?

74.9% of students at River's Edge Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clayton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

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