Serving 1,019 students in grades 9-12, Riverdale High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,019 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Riverdale High School's student population of 1,019 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,019 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#180 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
34%
11%
Black
23%
41%
White
35%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale High School's ranking?
Riverdale High School is ranked #180 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Riverdale High School often compared to?
Riverdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverdale High School?
The graduation rate of Riverdale High School is 86%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Riverdale High School?
1,019 students attend Riverdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Riverdale High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 4% 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 23:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
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 Jefferson Parish School District.
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