Opportunity Program

Opportunity Program is an alternative high school located in Riverside, California. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, the school has a small enrollment of only 48 students and a student-teacher ratio of 16:1, with three full-time equivalent teachers on staff. As an alternative school, Opportunity Program offers flexible learning options for its diverse student body, aiming to meet individual needs and foster personal growth.

While the MySchoolScout rating is relatively low at 4.4 out of 10, the school continues to focus on student development through tailored educational programs. Academic performance data shows that only 22% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and just 5% in Math, indicating areas for academic growth. Despite these challenges, Opportunity Program remains committed to providing a supportive learning environment where each student can thrive.

Located in the heart of Riverside’s bustling city center, Opportunity Program benefits from being situated within a vibrant urban setting that offers students access to numerous resources and opportunities beyond the classroom.

With an enrollment of 48 students, Opportunity Program is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Opportunity Program are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.