Serving 952 students in grades 9-12, Riverside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverside High School serves the southern part of El Paso, TX, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with distances from the school to the zone's edge averaging 1.3 miles and extending up to 2.4 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside High School's student population of 952 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
952 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Riverside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside High School is 0.02, 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
#6910 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
86%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside High School's ranking?
Riverside High School is ranked #6910 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Riverside High School often compared to?
Riverside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Americas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside High School is 86%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
952 students attend Riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Riverside High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside High School?
Riverside High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riverside High School offer ?
Riverside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Riverside High School part of?
Riverside High School is part of Ysleta Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside High School located?
Riverside High School is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 40 other public schools located in Mission Valley.
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