Serving 442 students in grades 7-8, River Bend Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Bend Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
River Bend Middle School's student population of 442 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
River Bend Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Bend Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1531 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
6%
25%
White
53%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Bend Middle School's ranking?
River Bend Middle School is ranked #1531 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are River Bend Middle School often compared to?
River Bend Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend River Bend Middle School?
442 students attend River Bend Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of River Bend Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Bend Middle School?
River Bend Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does River Bend Middle School offer ?
River Bend Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Bend Middle School part of?
River Bend Middle School is part of Catawba County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i think this school will be a good school for me in 7th grade a hear only good things and im ready for next year:)
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