Serving 344 students in grades 9-12, Riverdale High School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Riverdale High School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale High School is 0.08, 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
#1771 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale High School's ranking?
Riverdale High School is ranked #1771 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Riverdale High School often compared to?
Riverdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty-benton High School, Van Buren High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverdale High School?
The graduation rate of Riverdale High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Riverdale High School?
344 students attend Riverdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Riverdale High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverdale High School?
Riverdale High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverdale High School offer ?
Riverdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Riverdale High School part of?
Riverdale High School is part of Riverdale Local School District.
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