Serving 462 students in grades 9-12, Riverside High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 33% (which was higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45% (which was higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 was equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Top Rankings
Riverside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#531 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
3%
21%
White
88%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside High School's ranking?
Riverside High School is ranked #531 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside High School is 95%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
462 students attend Riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Riverside High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Riverside High School?
Riverside High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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 Decatur County School District.
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