Serving 844 students in grades 7-8, Riverside Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 844 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riverside Junior High School's student population of 844 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
844 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Junior High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#400 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
9%
13%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Junior High School's ranking?
Riverside Junior High School is ranked #400 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Riverside Junior High School often compared to?
Riverside Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westfield Middle School, Fishers Junior High School, Hamilton Se Int And Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Riverside Junior High School?
844 students attend Riverside Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Riverside Junior High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Junior High School?
Riverside Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Riverside Junior High School offer ?
Riverside Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Riverside Junior High School part of?
Riverside Junior High School is part of Hamilton Southeastern Schools School District.
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