Serving 1,819 students in grades 9-12, Riverside High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,819 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Riverside High School's student population of 1,819 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 132 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,819 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
132 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 1792 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
8%
22%
White
53%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside High School's ranking?
Riverside High School is ranked #164 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Riverside High School often compared to?
Riverside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Briar Woods High School, Rock Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside High School is 98%, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
1,819 students attend Riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Riverside High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 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 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
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 Loudoun Co PBLC Schs School District.
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