Serving 1,463 students in grades 9-12, Riverdale Ridge High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverdale Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Riverdale Ridge High School's student population of 1,463 students has grown by 169% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 140% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverdale Ridge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverdale Ridge High School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1081 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)16%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
42%
35%
Black
2%
5%
White
45%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverdale Ridge High School's ranking?
Riverdale Ridge High School is ranked #1081 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Riverdale Ridge High School often compared to?
Riverdale Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon High School, Eagle Ridge Academy, Brighton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverdale Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Riverdale Ridge High School is 94%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Riverdale Ridge High School?
1,463 students attend Riverdale Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Riverdale Ridge High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverdale Ridge High School?
Riverdale Ridge High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Riverdale Ridge High School offer ?
Riverdale Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Riverdale Ridge High School part of?
Riverdale Ridge High School is part of School District 27j.
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