Serving 321 students in grades 9-12, River View High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: River View High School's attendance zone covers the entire Kennewick, WA school district, encompassing approximately 106.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest zone edge located 17.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
River View High School's student population of 321 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
River View High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River View High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1802 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 1991–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River View High School's ranking?
River View High School is ranked #1802 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are River View High School often compared to?
River View High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kamiakin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of River View High School?
The graduation rate of River View High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend River View High School?
321 students attend River View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of River View High School students are Hispanic, 48% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River View High School?
River View High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does River View High School offer ?
River View High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River View High School part of?
River View High School is part of Finley School District.
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