Riverside High School is a public high school in Greer, South Carolina. Riverside High School was founded in 1973.
Serving 1,846 students in grades 9-12, Riverside High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside High serves the eastern part of Greer, SC, covering an area of approximately 20.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Riverside High School's student population of 1,846 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,846 students
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Rankings
Riverside High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
12%
31%
White
59%
46%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and royal blue;
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside High School's ranking?
Riverside High School is ranked #27 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Riverside High School often compared to?
Riverside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastside High School, J. L. Mann High Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside High School is 93%, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
1,846 students attend Riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Riverside High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside High School?
Riverside High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside High School offer ?
Riverside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside High School part of?
Riverside High School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
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