Serving 364 students in grades 9-12, River Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: River Valley High's attendance zone covers the entire district of Spring Green, WI, encompassing approximately 296.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
River Valley High School's student population of 364 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are River Valley!!!
School Rankings
River Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Valley High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1078 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Valley High School's ranking?
River Valley High School is ranked #1078 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are River Valley High School often compared to?
River Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reedsburg Area High School, Sauk Prairie High School, Baraboo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Valley High School?
The graduation rate of River Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend River Valley High School?
364 students attend River Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of River Valley High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Valley High School?
River Valley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Valley High School offer ?
River Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Valley High School part of?
River Valley High School is part of River Valley School District.
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