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Riley High School

High School · South Bend Community School Corp

1902 Fellows St, South Bend, IN 46613

Enrollment

998

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,150 of 1,823

In South Bend

#9 of 34

public schools

In district

#6 of 29

South Bend Community School Corp

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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5.8/10

High School in South Bend · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Riley High School

Riley High School is a public high school in South Bend, IN, part of South Bend Community School Corp. Riley High School serves approximately 998 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Riley High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,150 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Riley High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at Riley High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
College Readiness6.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation21.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,751
Chronic Absenteeism51.1%

Riley High School — Students at Riley High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
17%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Riley High School Compares

See how Riley High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
37th percentile in IN
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
88 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
21.2% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1902 Fellows St, South Bend, IN 46613

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riley High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Adams High School (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY SCHOOL AT GREENLAWN (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South Bend, see our South Bend schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Studebaker Center South Bend 0.2 mi 5.1
ST MATTHEW CATHEDRAL SCHOOL South Bend 0.4 mi 7.4
DEPAUL ACADEMY South Bend 0.7 mi
Juvenile Justice Center South Bend 0.7 mi
Monroe Elementary School South Bend 0.8 mi 3.2
YESHIVA OF SOUTH BEND South Bend 0.9 mi 5.7
Lincoln Elementary School South Bend 0.9 mi 4.4
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend South Bend 1.1 mi 4.8
OUR LADY OF HUNGARY SCHOOL South Bend 0.9 mi 7.1
Jefferson Traditional School South Bend 1.2 mi 4.9
Adams High School South Bend 1.3 mi 8.0
GOOD SHEPHERD MONTESSORI SCHOOL South Bend 1.6 mi 8.0
ST JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL South Bend 1.7 mi 6.5
Marshall Traditional School South Bend 1.6 mi 4.3
SOUTH BEND JUNIOR ACADEMY South Bend 1.4 mi 7.1
ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL South Bend 1.9 mi 6.8
TRINITY SCHOOL AT GREENLAWN South Bend 1.8 mi 7.8
MICHIANA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Bend 1.7 mi 5.5
Jackson Middle School South Bend 2.2 mi 2.2
Rise Up Academy at Eggleston South Bend 2.2 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,625

Median Home Value

$71,000

Median Rent

$991/mo

Population

11,726

College Educated

13.1%

Homeownership

54.8%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

33.7%

Median Age

28.3

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Plymouth High School Plymouth, IN 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riley High School

What grades does Riley High School serve?

Riley High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Riley High School?

Riley High School has an enrollment of approximately 998 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riley High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Riley High School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riley High School rank in IN?

Riley High School ranks #1,150 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Riley High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Riley High School 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 Riley High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riley High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Riley High School a charter school?

No, Riley High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Riley High School a Title I school?

No, Riley High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riley High School?

59.3% of students at Riley High School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
998
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
88
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
St. Joseph County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.1%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

District

South Bend Community School Corp
District Enrollment
14,486
Schools in District
31
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,751
District Rank
#6 of 29

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