Serving 686 students in grades 7-12, Riverside Jr. Sr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Riverside Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
53 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
To think differently and collectively, in order to create a vehicle that will inspire a passion for learning, character, innovation, and social responsibility.
School Rankings
Riverside Jr. Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Jr. Sr. High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#963 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
57%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
19%
16%
Black
8%
14%
White
66%
60%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Riverside Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #963 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Riverside Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Riverside Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Forge Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Riverside Jr. Sr. High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Riverside Jr. Sr. High School?
686 students attend Riverside Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Riverside Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Riverside Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Riverside Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Riverside Jr. Sr. High School is part of Riverside School District.
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