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Very Good

#329 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 28% in state

River Springs Elementary

Elementary School · Lexington 05

115 Connie Wright Road, Irmo, SC 29063

Enrollment

426

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#329 of 1,176

In Irmo

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#12 of 22

Lexington 05

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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River Springs Elementary

7.3/10

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

Oak Pointe Elementary

7.4/10

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8.1/10

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About River Springs Elementary

River Springs Elementary is a public elementary school in Irmo, SC, part of Lexington 05. River Springs Elementary serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. River Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #329 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for River Springs Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,799
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

River Springs Elementary — Students at River Springs Elementary score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
62%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How River Springs Elementary Compares

See how River Springs Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
72th percentile in SC
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

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

115 Connie Wright Road, Irmo, SC 29063

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering River Springs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREEN Charter School Midlands (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Harbison West Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Columbia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Irmo Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Irmo, see our Irmo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Oak Pointe Elementary Irmo 1.0 mi 7.4
Dutch Fork High Irmo 1.7 mi 8.1
VICTORY BIBLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Irmo 1.9 mi 5.5
Dutch Fork Middle Irmo 1.9 mi 6.2
Dutch Fork Elementary Irmo 2.2 mi 5.1
GREEN Charter School Midlands Irmo 2.3 mi 7.8
H. E. Corley Elementary Irmo 2.7 mi 6.8
UNION UMC KINDERGARTEN Irmo 3.2 mi
Irmo Elementary Irmo 3.6 mi 7.5
Harbison West Elementary Columbia 3.7 mi 7.7
Ballentine Elementary Irmo 3.3 mi 7.5
CrossRoads Intermediate Columbia 4.4 mi 4.1
Irmo Middle Columbia 4.5 mi 5.4
Irmo High Columbia 4.7 mi 7.8
Nursery Road Elementary Columbia 5.2 mi 6.7
SCDJJ Evaluation and Detention Center Columbia 5.4 mi 5.4
Leaphart Elementary Columbia 5.9 mi 5.8
Sara Babb High Columbia 5.9 mi
Pine Grove Elementary Columbia 6.4 mi 3.7
Spring Hill High Chapin 5.9 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,147

Median Home Value

$239,300

Median Rent

$1,599/mo

Population

38,475

College Educated

46.3%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

39.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bennettsville Primary Bennettsville, SC 7.3
Clinton Elementary Clinton, SC 7.3
Cowpens Elementary Cowpens, SC 7.3
Fair-Oak Elementary Westminster, SC 7.3
Gloverville Elementary Gloverville, SC 7.3
Hodges Elementary Hodges, SC 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about River Springs Elementary

What grades does River Springs Elementary serve?

River Springs Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend River Springs Elementary?

River Springs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at River Springs Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at River Springs Elementary is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does River Springs Elementary rank in SC?

River Springs Elementary ranks #329 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is River Springs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

River Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Springs Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, River Springs Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is River Springs Elementary a charter school?

No, River Springs Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is River Springs Elementary a Title I school?

No, River Springs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Springs Elementary?

42.7% of students at River Springs Elementary 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
426
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Richland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

District

Lexington 05
District Enrollment
17,278
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,799
District Rank
#12 of 22

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