Riverton High School is a public high school with a 52-acre campus located in the city of Riverton, Utah in the southwest corner of the Salt Lake Valley. It is one of eight high schools in the Jordan School District and as of 2013 served about 2,027 students from parts of Riverton and parts of nearby Bluffdale.
Serving 2,326 students in grades 10-12, Riverton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 2,326 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Riverton High School's student population of 2,326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
2,326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Black, Purple, Silver
School Rankings
Riverton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverton High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sylvester Silverwolf
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverton High School's ranking?
Riverton High School is ranked #398 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Riverton High School often compared to?
Riverton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herriman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverton High School?
The graduation rate of Riverton High School is 94%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Riverton High School?
2,326 students attend Riverton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Riverton High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverton High School?
Riverton High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riverton High School offer ?
Riverton High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Riverton High School part of?
Riverton High School is part of Jordan School District.
School Reviews
4 8/12/2018
I wasn't sure if i should send my child to this school because of the size and amount of students that attend here made me nervous. We ended up having no problems or issues throughout her last year of high school. When she struggled in math the teachers were willing to help her and truly spend time helping her understand the lesson. Her grades improved significantly, she made a ton of new friends, and enjoyed joining a few clubs and sports. Even though we hesitated sending her here in fear of it being such a big school, that isn't totally diverse it ended up being one of the best decisions we have made. I will end up having my two sons going when they are high school age too.
5 11/15/2011
Riverton high is an amazing school were everyone welcomes you with open arms. I feel at home at Riverton, and it makes me happy to go to school again.
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