Serving 1,731 students in grades 9-12, Riverside High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,731 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Riverside High School's student population of 1,731 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,731 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1183 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
39%
20%
Black
29%
25%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside High School's ranking?
Riverside High School is ranked #1183 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Riverside High School often compared to?
Riverside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C E Jordan High School, Northern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside High School is 82%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
1,731 students attend Riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Riverside High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside High School?
Riverside High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside High School offer ?
Riverside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside High School part of?
Riverside High School is part of Durham Public Schools School District.
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