RIVERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Rivers Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Atlanta Public Schools school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 799 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 52 teachers, Rivers Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Rivers Elementary School, located in the affluent Peachtree Battle neighborhood of Atlanta, is a highly regarded public school that serves students in the Buckhead area. As part of the Atlanta Public Schools (APS) system, it is known for its rigorous academic environment, strong parent involvement, and a commitment to cultivating high-achieving students. The school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academics with enrichment opportunities, often benefiting from the resources and active engagement of its surrounding community.

The school is widely recognized for its high academic standards and often outperforms district and state averages on standardized assessments. Because of its location in a desirable neighborhood, Rivers Elementary consistently maintains a dedicated professional staff and a supportive PTA that contributes to various extracurricular programs and school-wide events. For families moving to the area, Rivers is frequently cited as a primary draw, characterized by a traditional school culture that focuses on preparing students for success in the competitive middle and high school programs within the Atlanta Public Schools system.

For more information, contact Rivers Elementary School at (404) 802-7050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8 Peachtree Battle Ave NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
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RIVERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Atlanta, GA with about 799 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
799
Teachers:
52
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 799 students

White
41.3%
Black or African American
28.2%
Hispanic/Latino
19.6%
Asian
5.0%
Two or more races
4.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.