Serving 1,203 students in grades 7-8, River Heights Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: River Heights Intermediate serves the northern part of its school district in Corona, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Heights Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
River Heights Intermediate's student population of 1,203 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,203 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Knowledge, Respect, Honor
School Rankings
River Heights Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Heights Intermediate is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2417 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
32%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Heights Intermediate's ranking?
River Heights Intermediate is ranked #2417 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are River Heights Intermediate often compared to?
River Heights Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Augustine Ramirez Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend River Heights Intermediate?
1,203 students attend River Heights Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of River Heights Intermediate students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Heights Intermediate?
River Heights Intermediate has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does River Heights Intermediate offer ?
River Heights Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is River Heights Intermediate part of?
River Heights Intermediate is part of Corona-Norco Unified School District.
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