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Alvord High
High School · Alvord Unified
10365 Keller Ave., Riverside, CA 92505
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,785 of 9,539
In Riverside
#28 of 78
public schools
In district
#11 of 23
Alvord Unified
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Alvord High
High School in Riverside · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Alvord High
Alvord High is a public high school in Riverside, CA, part of Alvord Unified. Alvord High serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Alvord High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,785 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Alvord High show 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, Alvord High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Alvord High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Alvord High — Students at Alvord High score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Alvord High Compares
See how Alvord High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10365 Keller Ave., Riverside, CA 92505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alvord High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hillcrest High (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, La Sierra High (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest High Riverside | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Allan Orrenmaa Elementary Riverside | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary Riverside | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Phillip M. Stokoe Elementary Riverside | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Ysmael Villegas Middle Riverside | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| La Sierra High Riverside | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Lake Hills Elementary Riverside | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Arizona Middle Riverside | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Collett Elementary Riverside | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Promenade Elementary Riverside | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI CENTER. Corona | 1.6 mi | — |
| COTTONWOOD MONTESSORI Riverside | 1.9 mi | — |
| Myra Linn Elementary Riverside | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Valley View Elementary Riverside | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Home Gardens Academy Corona | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Twinhill Elementary Riverside | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MOUNT CARMEL ACADEMY Corona | 2.4 mi | — |
| Dynamic Hope Schools - Riverside Riverside | 2.6 mi | — |
| BRIGHT FUTURES ACADEMY RIVERSIDE Riverside | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| La Granada Elementary Riverside | 2.9 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,528
Median Home Value
$520,800
Median Rent
$1,936/mo
Population
53,063
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
51.2%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
33.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alvord High
What grades does Alvord High serve?
Alvord High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Alvord High?
Alvord High has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alvord High?
The student-teacher ratio at Alvord High is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alvord High rank in CA?
Alvord High ranks #5,785 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Alvord High's MySchoolScout rating?
Alvord High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alvord High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alvord High has 6% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Alvord High a charter school?
No, Alvord High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alvord High a Title I school?
No, Alvord High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alvord High?
96.3% of students at Alvord High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 136
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Riverside County
- Phone
- (951) 358-1715
- 4-Year Graduation
- 57.0%
Resources & Links
District
Alvord Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,663
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,621
- District Rank
- #11 of 23
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