Riverside High School is a public high school in De Graff, Ohio, United States. It is the only high school in the Riverside Local Schools district.
Serving 260 students in grades 7-12, Riverside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in De Graff, OH, covering approximately 61.8 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Riverside High School's student population of 260 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
260 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Red, Royal blue
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day, For a Better Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Riverside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1742 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
93%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Piracy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside High School's ranking?
Riverside High School is ranked #1742 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Riverside High School often compared to?
Riverside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellefontaine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
260 students attend Riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Riverside High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside High School?
Riverside High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverside High School offer ?
Riverside High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside High School part of?
Riverside High School is part of Riverside Local School District.
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