Riverside High School is a public high school in Painesville Township, Ohio, United States. It is part of the Riverside Local School District.
Serving 1,682 students in grades 8-12, Riverside Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 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 52% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside Jr/sr High School's student population of 1,682 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverside Jr/sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Jr/sr High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1545 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
3%
17%
White
81%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Beaver
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Riverside Jr/sr High School is ranked #1545 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Riverside Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Riverside Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mentor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Riverside Jr/sr High School?
1,682 students attend Riverside Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Riverside Jr/sr High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Jr/sr High School?
Riverside Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverside Jr/sr High School offer ?
Riverside Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Jr/sr High School part of?
Riverside Jr/sr High School is part of Riverside Local School District.
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