Riverdale High School is a public high school operated by the Rutherford County School system located in the southwestern part of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. It is on Warrior Drive which intersects with South Church Street.
Serving 2,275 students in grades 9-12, Riverdale High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,275 students
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverdale High School serves the southeast part of Murfreesboro, TN, covering an attendance area of approximately 143.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 7.2 miles and the furthest edge located 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverdale High School's student population of 2,275 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,275 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
175 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Motto
Commitment to Excellence
School Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1054 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
20%
16%
Black
23%
20%
White
48%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
87.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale High School's ranking?
Riverdale High School is ranked #1054 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Riverdale High School often compared to?
Riverdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakland High School, Blackman High School, Siegel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverdale High School?
The graduation rate of Riverdale High School is 85%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Riverdale High School?
2,275 students attend Riverdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Riverdale High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
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 Rutherford County School District.
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