Serving 1,238 students in grades 9-12, Riley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riley High School serves the southeastern part of South Bend, IN, covering an area of approximately 36.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 3.8 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riley High School's student population of 1,238 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,238 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1924
School Rankings
Riley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riley High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1211 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
40%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
26%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
82%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Purple, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riley High School's ranking?
Riley High School is ranked #1211 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Riley High School often compared to?
Riley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams High School, Washington High School, Clay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riley High School?
The graduation rate of Riley High School is 82%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Riley High School?
1,238 students attend Riley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Riley High School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riley High School?
Riley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Riley High School offer ?
Riley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riley High School part of?
Riley High School is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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