RIVERWOOD INTERNATIONAL CHARTER SCHOOL
Riverwood International Charter School is a public charter high school that is part of the Fulton County school district, located in Atlanta, GA with about 1,697 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 100 teachers, Riverwood International Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Riverwood International Charter School, located in Sandy Springs (Atlanta), Georgia, is a highly regarded public magnet school that serves as a focal point for academic excellence in the Fulton County School District. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, Riverwood offers both the IB Diploma Programme and the IB Career-Related Programme, providing students with a globally recognized curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, research skills, and a commitment to international-mindedness. The school’s diverse student body benefits from a rigorous academic environment that balances traditional college-preparatory coursework with specialized pathways in career and technical education.
Beyond its academic offerings, Riverwood is well-known for its vibrant campus culture and extensive extracurricular opportunities. The school boasts a competitive athletic program, a robust fine arts department, and a wide array of student-led clubs that encourage personal growth and community involvement. With its location in the heart of the community, Riverwood fosters strong partnerships with local organizations and maintains a focus on preparing students not just for college admission, but for success in a global society. Its combination of specialized academic programming and a comprehensive high school experience makes it a sought-after institution for families in the North Atlanta area.
For more information, contact Riverwood International Charter School at (470) 254-1980 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Atlanta, GA 30328
(470) 254-1980
RIVERWOOD INTERNATIONAL CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Charter school in Atlanta, GA with about 1,697 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Georgia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Yes
- District:
- Fulton County
- Total Students:
- 1,697
- Teachers:
- 100.2
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 1,697 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 36.8%
- White
- 31.3%
- Black or African American
- 25.9%
- Asian
- 3.4%
- Two or more races
- 2.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.6%
- Male
- 50.4%
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.