Riverdale High School is a public secondary school in Jefferson, unincorporated Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is a part of the Jefferson Parish Public Schools. Riverdale's attendance boundary includes several communities. They are Jefferson, Harahan, Elmwood, and River Ridge.
Serving 1,259 students in grades 9-12, Riverdale High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverdale High School serves the north part of New Orleans, LA, covering an area of approximately 19.1 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riverdale High School's student population of 1,259 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,259 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Empower students to be productive members in our communities who embrace diversity, model compassion, and work fervently toward academic success.
School Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
87%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Scottish Rebel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale High School's ranking?
Riverdale High School is ranked #203 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Riverdale High School often compared to?
Riverdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Jefferson High School, Strehle Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverdale High School?
The graduation rate of Riverdale High School is 87%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Riverdale High School?
1,259 students attend Riverdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Riverdale High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverdale High School?
Riverdale High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
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 Jefferson Parish School District.
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