Serving 398 students in grades 9-12, Herron-riverside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herron-riverside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Herron-riverside High School's student population of 398 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 190% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Herron-riverside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herron-riverside High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1294 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
15%
Black
47%
13%
White
15%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herron-riverside High School's ranking?
Herron-riverside High School is ranked #1294 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Herron-riverside High School often compared to?
Herron-riverside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herron High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herron-riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Herron-riverside High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Herron-riverside High School?
398 students attend Herron-riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Herron-riverside High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herron-riverside High School?
Herron-riverside High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Herron-riverside High School offer ?
Herron-riverside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herron-riverside High School part of?
Herron-riverside High School is part of Herron-Riverside High School District.
In what neighborhood is Herron-riverside High School located?
Herron-riverside High School is located in the Marian Cold Springs neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Marian Cold Springs.
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