Serving 466 students in grades 9-12, Riverside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside High School's student population of 466 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1124 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
85%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)80-84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside High School's ranking?
Riverside High School is ranked #1124 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Riverside High School often compared to?
Riverside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
466 students attend Riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Riverside High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside High School?
Riverside High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Riverside High School offer ?
Riverside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside High School part of?
Riverside High School is part of Riverside School District.
School Reviews
5 11/7/2013
both of my children now go to Riverside, I am very proud to have them in Riverside knowing how accomplished and wonderful the school is. I myself went to riverside from 1st till graduation, and I wish that my kids would enjoy the great learning and helpful friendliness of the teachers. Not to mention all the fun dances and other class activities.. i'm hopeing that both of my kids will have a wonderful time in their years of learning and new teachers..
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