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Very Good

#247 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 21% in state

Riverview Elementary

Elementary School · York 04

1300 Spratt Street, Fort Mill, SC 29715

Enrollment

650

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#247 of 1,176

In Fort Mill

#17 of 17

public schools

In district

#20 of 20

York 04

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Riverview Elementary

7.6/10

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

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8.3/10

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About Riverview Elementary

Riverview Elementary is a public elementary school in Fort Mill, SC, part of York 04. Riverview Elementary serves approximately 650 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #247 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Riverview Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,290
Chronic Absenteeism4.8%

Riverview Elementary — Students at Riverview Elementary score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.0% (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
90%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
66%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Riverview Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
79th percentile in SC
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.8%

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

1300 Spratt Street, Fort Mill, SC 29715

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riverview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kings Town Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is River Trail Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orchard Park Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Mill, see our Fort Mill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Fort Mill High Fort Mill 1.1 mi 8.3
Banks Trail Middle Fort Mill 1.2 mi 7.8
Kings Town Elementary Fort Mill 1.4 mi 9.2
River Trail Elementary Fort Mill 1.6 mi 9.0
Orchard Park Elementary Fort Mill 1.9 mi 8.4
Catawba Ridge High School Fort Mill 2.0 mi 8.3
Forest Creek Middle Fort Mill 2.4 mi 7.9
Doby's Bridge Elementary Fort Mill 2.6 mi 8.3
Fort Mill Middle Fort Mill 2.8 mi 7.9
Fort Mill Elementary Fort Mill 2.8 mi 7.9
Gold Hill Middle Tega Cay 3.2 mi 7.7
Gold Hill Elementary Tega Cay 3.3 mi 8.0
Pleasant Knoll Elementary Fort Mill 3.6 mi 8.1
Pleasant Knoll Middle Fort Mill 3.7 mi 8.2
Cherry Park Elementary School of Language Immersion Rock Hill 3.6 mi 7.8
W. C. Sullivan Middle Rock Hill 3.7 mi 4.7
India Hook Elementary Rock Hill 3.5 mi 6.0
Springfield Middle Fort Mill 4.2 mi 7.7
Springfield Elementary Fort Mill 4.2 mi 7.6
WESTMINSTER CATAWBA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-HIGH Rock Hill 3.7 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,323

Median Home Value

$416,100

Median Rent

$1,491/mo

Population

43,855

College Educated

50.9%

Homeownership

80.7%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

38.3

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Cherokee Trail Elementary Donalds, SC 7.6
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Hollywood Elementary Saluda, SC 7.6
Springfield Elementary Fort Mill, SC 7.6
St. James Elementary Myrtle Beach, SC 7.6
Sugar Ridge Elementary Boiling Springs, SC 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riverview Elementary

What grades does Riverview Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Riverview Elementary?

Riverview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 650 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverview Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Riverview Elementary is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riverview Elementary rank in SC?

Riverview Elementary ranks #247 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Riverview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Riverview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Riverview Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverview Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Riverview Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Riverview Elementary a Title I school?

No, Riverview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

45.2% of students at Riverview 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
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
4 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
650
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.8%

District

York 04
District Enrollment
18,396
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,290
District Rank
#20 of 20

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