Serving 446 students in grades 9-12, Riverside High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Riverside High School's student population of 446 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#116 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside High School's ranking?
Riverside High School is ranked #116 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Riverside High School often compared to?
Riverside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
446 students attend Riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Riverside High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside High School?
Riverside High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Riverside High School offer ?
Riverside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside High School part of?
Riverside High School is part of Riverside Beaver County School District.
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