Serving 464 students in grades 9-12, Riverside High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington 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 Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverside High School's student population of 464 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#837 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
86%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside High School's ranking?
Riverside High School is ranked #837 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Riverside High School often compared to?
Riverside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Park High School, Newport 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 40% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
464 students attend Riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Riverside High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside High School?
Riverside High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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 School District.
School Reviews
5 11/7/2013
both of my children now go to Riverside, I am very proud to have them in Riverside knowing how accomplished and wonderful the school is. I myself went to riverside from 1st till graduation, and I wish that my kids would enjoy the great learning and helpful friendliness of the teachers. Not to mention all the fun dances and other class activities.. i'm hopeing that both of my kids will have a wonderful time in their years of learning and new teachers..
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