Serving 185 students in grades 9-12, Riverdale High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Riverdale High School's student population of 185 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverdale High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 1196 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
n/a
3%
White
79%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale High School's ranking?
Riverdale High School is ranked #31 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverdale High School?
The graduation rate of Riverdale High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Riverdale High School?
185 students attend Riverdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Riverdale High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverdale High School?
Riverdale High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverdale High School offer ?
Riverdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverdale High School part of?
Riverdale High School is part of Riverdale SD 51j School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverdale High School located?
Riverdale High School is located in the Southwest Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 10 other public schools located in Southwest Portland.
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