Riverbend High School is a public secondary school located in Spotsylvania, Virginia, and is part of Spotsylvania County Public Schools. Opened in 2004, Riverbend is Spotsylvania County's newest high school. The school mascot is a bear and the school colors are royal blue and emerald green.
Serving 1,913 students in grades 9-12, Riverbend High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverbend High serves the northern part of Fredericksburg, VA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 82.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 13.7 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverbend High School's student population of 1,913 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,913 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverbend High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverbend High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#911 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)87%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
88.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Royal blue, Emerald
School Mascot
Riverbend Bear
Source: 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 #911 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Riverbend High School often compared to?
Riverbend High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Courtland High School, Spotsylvania High School, Chancellor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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 89%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Riverbend High School?
1,913 students attend Riverbend High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Riverbend High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% 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 17:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverbend High School part of?
Riverbend High School is part of Spotsylvania County School District.
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1 10/10/2025
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..
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