Serving 1,814 students in grades 9-12, River Ridge High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,814 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Ridge High School's student population of 1,814 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,814 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
River Ridge High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Ridge High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1808 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
17%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
71%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Ridge High School's ranking?
River Ridge High School is ranked #1808 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are River Ridge High School often compared to?
River Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James W. Mitchell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of River Ridge High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend River Ridge High School?
1,814 students attend River Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of River Ridge High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Ridge High School?
River Ridge High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does River Ridge High School offer ?
River Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is River Ridge High School part of?
River Ridge High School is part of Pasco School District.
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