Serving 36 students in grades 1-12, Riverside Alternative High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Louisiana state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Riverside Alternative High School's student population of 36 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside Alternative High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,237 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Alternative High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#227 out of 1237 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
75%
42%
White
22%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Alternative High School's ranking?
Riverside Alternative High School is ranked #227 out of 1,237 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% LA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside Alternative High School is 50%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Riverside Alternative High School?
36 students attend Riverside Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Riverside Alternative High School students are Black, 22% of students are White, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Alternative High School?
Riverside Alternative High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverside Alternative High School offer ?
Riverside Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Riverside Alternative High School part of?
Riverside Alternative High School is part of Office Of Juvenile Justice School District.
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