Serving 1,143 students in grades 6-8, Riverwood Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverwood Middle School's student population of 1,143 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverwood Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverwood Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
69%
25%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverwood Middle School's ranking?
Riverwood Middle School is ranked #447 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Riverwood Middle School often compared to?
Riverwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Riverwood Middle School?
1,143 students attend Riverwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Riverwood Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverwood Middle School?
Riverwood Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverwood Middle School offer ?
Riverwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Riverwood Middle School part of?
Riverwood Middle School is part of Humble Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverwood Middle School located?
Riverwood Middle School is located in the Kingwood Area neighborhood of Kingwood, TX. There are 14 other public schools located in Kingwood Area.
School Reviews
5 1/12/2009
This school is the best ever.The orchestra program is great because of the teachers.Band and chior are great too.The academics are the highest of the middle schools in the district.
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