Serving 1,959 students in grades 9-12, Riverhead Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,959 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverhead Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riverhead Senior High School's student population of 1,959 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,959 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverhead Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverhead Senior High School is 0.57, 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
#619 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
57%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
32%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverhead Senior High School's ranking?
Riverhead Senior High School is ranked #619 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverhead Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Riverhead Senior High School is 79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Riverhead Senior High School?
1,959 students attend Riverhead Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Riverhead Senior High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverhead Senior High School?
Riverhead Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverhead Senior High School offer ?
Riverhead Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverhead Senior High School part of?
Riverhead Senior High School is part of Riverhead Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverhead Senior High School located?
Riverhead Senior High School is located in the North Fork neighborhood of Riverhead, NY. There are 3 other public schools located in North Fork.
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