Riverbend High School serves 1,900 students in grades 9-12.
Riverbend High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverbend High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riverbend High School's student population of 1,900 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,900 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Riverbend High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Riverbend High School is 0.57, 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
#359 out of 1792 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
54%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
69%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%

Hispanic
14%
18%

Black
15%
22%

White
62%
46%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
94%
89%

Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverbend High School's ranking?
Riverbend High School is ranked #359 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverbend High School?
The graduation rate of Riverbend High School is 94%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Riverbend High School?
1,900 students attend Riverbend High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Riverbend High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverbend High School?
Riverbend High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverbend High School offer ?
Riverbend High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverbend High School part of?
Riverbend High School is part of Spotsylvania County Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 2/17/2020
Has some very caring staff member, but many made you feel inferior. The school is kinda on the rich and racist side with all honesty black students have been known to be treated differently and I personally was told to drop out by administrators I would not recommend this school for anyone for any reason unless you you want to say we have Money..
5 4/14/2018
Its Great
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