Serving 1,205 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,205 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
River Heights Intermediate's student population of 1,205 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
River Heights Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Heights Intermediate is 0.68, 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
#2846 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Heights Intermediate's ranking?
River Heights Intermediate is ranked #2846 out of 9,602 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
1,205 students attend River Heights Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of River Heights Intermediate students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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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