Riverside County Community

Riverside County Community is an alternative high school located in Riverside, California. Serving students from seventh through twelfth grade, the school has a total enrollment of 212 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.5:1 with 17 full-time equivalent teachers. Despite its small size, Riverside County Community offers an intimate learning environment that focuses on individualized attention for each student.

According to MySchoolScout’s rating system, the school ranks at 3.5 out of 10 and is in the 18th percentile among California schools. The academic performance data indicates a need for improvement, with only 4% of students meeting proficiency levels in ELA/Reading and just 1% in Math. However, the school’s alternative approach suggests that it may cater to diverse learning needs and provides support for students who require more personalized instruction.

Riverside County Community is situated within the larger city of Riverside, offering a setting rich with urban resources and community connections. The surrounding area might provide additional opportunities for students to engage in real-world experiences and community-based projects.

While current test scores at Riverside County Community 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.