Riverside High School is the largest high school in Kanawha County, and is located in Belle, West Virginia, United States.
Serving 1,057 students in grades 9-12, Riverside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,057 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside High School serves the southeastern part of Belle, WV, covering an area of approximately 322.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside High School's student population of 1,057 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,057 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#481 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
6%
4%
White
90%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
91%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Purple, Silver
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside High School's ranking?
Riverside High School is ranked #481 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Riverside High School often compared to?
Riverside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capital High School, George Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside High School is 87%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
1,057 students attend Riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Riverside High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside High School?
Riverside High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside High School offer ?
Riverside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside High School part of?
Riverside High School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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