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Serving 981 students in grades 9-12, Riverside High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Riverside High School's student population of 981 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
981 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Riverside High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1880 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
68%
30%
Black
24%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside High School's ranking?
Riverside High School is ranked #1880 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Riverside High School often compared to?
Riverside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yonkers High School, Saunders Trades & Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Riverside High School?
981 students attend Riverside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Riverside High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside High School?
Riverside High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riverside High School offer ?
Riverside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Riverside High School part of?
Riverside High School is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside High School located?
Riverside High School is located in the Northwest Yonkers neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest Yonkers.
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