For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 149 students in Riverside, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in Riverside, IA is Highland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riverside, IA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in Riverside have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Riverside, IA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Highland High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Riverside, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1715 Vine Avenue
Riverside, IA 52327
(319) 648-2891
Riverside, IA 52327
(319) 648-2891
Gr: 9-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Riverside, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Riverside, IA include Highland High School.
How many public high schools are located in Riverside?
1 public high schools are located in Riverside.
What is the racial composition of students in Riverside?
Riverside public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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