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Riverside Preparatory
School · Riverside Preparatory District
PO Box 386, Oro Grande, CA 92368
Enrollment
2,401
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
2,401
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,591 of 9,539
In Oro Grande
#6 of 8
public schools
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Riverside Preparatory
Riverside Preparatory is a public school in Oro Grande, CA, part of Riverside Preparatory District. Riverside Preparatory serves approximately 2,401 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverside Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,591 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Riverside Preparatory show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Riverside Preparatory is a large school: 2,401 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Riverside Preparatory 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.
Riverside Preparatory runs 21.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Riverside Preparatory — Students at Riverside Preparatory score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Riverside Preparatory Compares
See how Riverside Preparatory 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
PO Box 386, Oro Grande, CA 92368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverside Preparatory may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sixth Street Prep (rated 8.6/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Victorville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gus Franklin Jr. (rated 8.4/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Victorville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Melva Davis Academy of Excellence (rated 8.0/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Victorville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oro Grande, see our Oro Grande schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oro Grande Elementary Oro Grande | 0.0 mi | 3.8 |
| VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Victorville | 2.2 mi | — |
| Puesta del Sol Elementary Victorville | 3.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Challenger School of Sports and Fitness Victorville | 3.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Dr. Ralph H. Baker 21st Century Learning Center Victorville | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Victorville | 4.8 mi | — |
| Village Elementary Victorville | 4.9 mi | 2.1 |
| Goodwill High Victorville | 4.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Goodwill Independent Study Victorville | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Gus Franklin Jr. Victorville | 4.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Del Rey Elementary Victorville | 4.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Dynamic Hope Schools - Adelanto Adelanto | 4.2 mi | — |
| BRIGHT FUTURES ACADEMY - ADELANTO Adelanto | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| West Creek Elementary Victorville | 4.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Victor Valley Virtual Academy Victorville | 5.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Sixth Street Prep Victorville | 4.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Victor Valley High Victorville | 5.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Melva Davis Academy of Excellence Victorville | 4.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Imogene Garner Hook Junior High Victorville | 5.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Adelanto Virtual Academy Victorville | 4.6 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,000
Median Home Value
$313,700
Median Rent
$1,212/mo
Population
925
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
58.1%
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
40.6
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| Feather River Charter Sacramento, CA | 5.7 |
| San Jacinto Valley Academy San Jacinto, CA | 5.7 |
| Yosemite Valley Charter Fresno, CA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverside Preparatory
What grades does Riverside Preparatory serve?
Riverside Preparatory serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Riverside Preparatory?
Riverside Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 2,401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverside Preparatory?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverside Preparatory is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverside Preparatory rank in CA?
Riverside Preparatory ranks #5,591 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Riverside Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverside Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Riverside Preparatory?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverside Preparatory has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Riverside Preparatory a charter school?
Yes, Riverside Preparatory is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Riverside Preparatory a Title I school?
No, Riverside Preparatory is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverside Preparatory?
80.1% of students at Riverside Preparatory qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 113
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.9%
- Phone
- (760) 243-5884
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Riverside Preparatory District- District Enrollment
- 2,401
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,031
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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