Riverdale High School, located in Fort Myers, Florida, United States, is one of the many high schools in Lee County. The first two years of Riverdale began at the present-day site of Dunbar High School. Riverdale was located in this area for approximately two years while the current site was still in construction.
Serving 1,916 students in grades 9-12, Riverdale High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower 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 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,916 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverdale High School serves the northeast part of Fort Myers, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 294.4 square miles, with most students living within a 15-20 minute drive from the school and some residing up to 20.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverdale High School's student population of 1,916 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,916 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Scholars for the 21st Century
School Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale High School is 0.60, 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
#2741 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
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
94%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Silver
School Mascot
Raider Man
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale High School's ranking?
Riverdale High School is ranked #2741 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Riverdale High School often compared to?
Riverdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lehigh Senior High School, Fort Myers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% 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 Riverdale High School?
The graduation rate of Riverdale High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Riverdale High School?
1,916 students attend Riverdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Riverdale High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverdale High School?
Riverdale High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverdale High School offer ?
Riverdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverdale High School part of?
Riverdale High School is part of Lee School District.
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