Serving 357 students in grades 9-12, Riverton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois 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 Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverton High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Riverton, IL, encompassing approximately 15.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverton High School's student population of 357 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Riverton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverton High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2046 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
29%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
87%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverton High School's ranking?
Riverton High School is ranked #2046 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Riverton High School often compared to?
Riverton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rochester High School, Springfield 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 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverton High School?
The graduation rate of Riverton High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87.6%.
How many students attend Riverton High School?
357 students attend Riverton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Riverton High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverton High School?
Riverton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverton High School offer ?
Riverton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Riverton High School part of?
Riverton High School is part of Riverton CUSD 14 School District.
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