Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Riverside Virtual ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Virtual ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Riverside Virtual's student population of 524 students has grown by 2982% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 357% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Motto
L.E.A.D - Learners, Engaged, Accountable, Determined
School Rankings
Riverside Virtual ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Virtual is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5063 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)2.7%
33%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Virtual's ranking?
Riverside Virtual is ranked #5063 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside Virtual?
The graduation rate of Riverside Virtual is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Riverside Virtual?
524 students attend Riverside Virtual.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Riverside Virtual students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Virtual?
Riverside Virtual has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riverside Virtual offer ?
Riverside Virtual offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Riverside Virtual part of?
Riverside Virtual is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverside Virtual located?
Riverside Virtual is located in the Downtown Riverside neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Downtown Riverside.
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