Serving 1,927 students in grades 9-12, Riverhead Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverhead Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Riverhead, NY, encompassing approximately 102.2 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.1 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riverhead Senior High School's student population of 1,927 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,927 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverhead Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverhead Senior High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1935 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-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 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
81%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
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 #1935 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Riverhead Senior High School often compared to?
Riverhead Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mattituck Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverhead Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Riverhead Senior High School is 81%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Riverhead Senior High School?
1,927 students attend Riverhead Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Riverhead Senior High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% 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 Riverhead Senior High School?
Riverhead Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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