Riverhead Central School District

700 Osborn Ave
Riverhead, NY 11901-2996
(District boundaries shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%

Top Rankings

Riverhead Central School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,992 students in Riverhead Central School District. This district's average high testing ranking is 6/10, which is in the top 50% of public high schools in New York.
Public High Schools in Riverhead Central School District have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 59% statewide average).
Public High School in Riverhead Central School District have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the New York average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Riverhead Senior High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).

Overview

This School District
This State (NY)
# Schools
8 Schools
1,462 Schools
# Students
5,512 Students
948,443 Students
# Teachers
472 Teachers
85,120 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

District Rank

Riverhead Central School District, which is ranked #889 of all 1,015 school districts in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 79% has increased from 72% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (NY)
#898 out of 1020 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall district rank of Riverhead Central   School District, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
31%
46%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Riverhead Central   School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
31%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Riverhead Central   School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
70%
78%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Riverhead Central   School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
79%
87%
This chart displays public school graduation rate of Riverhead Central   School District and public school graduation rate of New York by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.52
0.72
# American Indian Students
1 Student
6,595 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
42 Students
88,545 Students
% Asian Students
1%
9%
# Hispanic Students
3,564 Students
283,243 Students
% Hispanic Students
65%
30%
# Black Students
411 Students
166,153 Students
% Black Students
7%
18%
# White Students
1,381 Students
372,714 Students
% White Students
25%
39%
# Hawaiian Students
5 Students
2,305 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
108 Students
28,599 Students
% of Two or more races Students
2%
3%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
71
1,771
# Students in K Grade:
386
8,059
# Students in 1st Grade:
368
8,554
# Students in 2nd Grade:
394
8,371
# Students in 3rd Grade:
381
7,780
# Students in 4th Grade:
383
7,793
# Students in 5th Grade:
392
8,403
# Students in 6th Grade:
354
21,495
# Students in 7th Grade:
400
32,809
# Students in 8th Grade:
384
35,917
# Students in 9th Grade:
579
205,039
# Students in 10th Grade:
486
201,456
# Students in 11th Grade:
411
191,213
# Students in 12th Grade:
495
185,905
# Ungraded Students:
28
23,878

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $27,866 in this school district is less than the state median of $31,307. The school district revenue/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $25,278 is less than the state median of $32,183. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
This School District
This State (NY)
Total Revenue
$154 MM
$78,541 MM
This chart displays total revenue of Riverhead Central   School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in New York by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$139 MM
$80,737 MM
This chart displays total spending of Riverhead Central   School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in New York by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$27,866
$31,307
This chart displays average revenue per public school student in Riverhead Central   School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in New York by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$25,278
$32,183
This chart displays average spending per public school student in Riverhead Central   School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in New York by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Riverhead Central School District Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverhead Senior High School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
700 Harrison Ave
Riverhead, NY 11901
(631) 369-6723
Grades: 9-12
| 1,986 students
Rank: n/an/a
Suffolk County Sheriffs Office
Alternative School
1 Center Dr
Riverhead, NY 11901
(631) 852-2200
Grades: 11-12
| 6 students

Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • District size: 8 schools
  • Grades: KG-12
  • Enrollment: 5,512 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : 79% (Btm 50% in NY)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 70% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Quick Links