Michael C. Riley Elementary vs River Ridge Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in South Carolina, United States, 9.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Michael C. Riley Elementary
Bluffton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
704 students
River Ridge Academy
Bluffton · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,134 students
| Measure | Michael C. Riley Elementary Bluffton, South Carolina | River Ridge Academy Bluffton, South Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #320 of 688 | #175 of 688 |
| National rank | #21395 of 50,301 | #13601 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 704 | 1,134 |
| Enrollment | 704 | 1,134 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 57% |
| city | Bluffton | Bluffton |
| state | South Carolina | South Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Ridge Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.8 vs 55.4).
- •River Ridge Academy does better on math proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •River Ridge Academy does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 37%).
- •Michael C. Riley Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 13.5).
- •River Ridge Academy is the larger school with 1,134 students compared with 704.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Michael C. Riley Elementary better than River Ridge Academy?
On the Success Index (US), River Ridge Academy ranks higher (66.8 vs 55.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Michael C. Riley Elementary and River Ridge Academy?
About 9.1 km in a straight line, between Bluffton and Bluffton in South Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Michael C. Riley Elementary: 704. River Ridge Academy: 1,134. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Michael C. Riley Elementary and River Ridge Academy rank in South Carolina?
Michael C. Riley Elementary is 320th of 688 and River Ridge Academy is 175th of 688 among elementary schools in South Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).