Serving 1,814 students in grades 9-12, Riverdale High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,814 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Riverdale High School's student population of 1,814 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,814 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#940 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
17%
13%
Black
23%
21%
White
51%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale High School's ranking?
Riverdale High School is ranked #940 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Riverdale High School often compared to?
Riverdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland High School, Blackman High School, Siegel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverdale High School?
The graduation rate of Riverdale High School is 93%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Riverdale High School?
1,814 students attend Riverdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Riverdale High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverdale High School?
Riverdale High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Riverdale High School offer ?
Riverdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Riverdale High School part of?
Riverdale High School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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