Serving 1,246 students in grades 9-12, Riverview Gardens Sr. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverview Gardens Sr. High School's student population of 1,246 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riverview Gardens Sr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverview Gardens Sr. High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1840 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
97%
15%
White
1%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
67%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.6%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverview Gardens Sr. High School's ranking?
Riverview Gardens Sr. High School is ranked #1840 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverview Gardens Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Riverview Gardens Sr. High School is 67%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Riverview Gardens Sr. High School?
1,246 students attend Riverview Gardens Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Riverview Gardens Sr. High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverview Gardens Sr. High School?
Riverview Gardens Sr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Riverview Gardens Sr. High School offer ?
Riverview Gardens Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverview Gardens Sr. High School part of?
Riverview Gardens Sr. High School is part of Riverview Gardens School District.
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