Needs Improvement
#2072 of 2,221 schools in MO
Riverview Gardens Sr. High
High School · RIVERVIEW GARDENS
1218 Shepley Dr. St. Louis M, St. Louis, MO 63137
Enrollment
1,262
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,262
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,072 of 2,221
In St. Louis
#161 of 193
public schools
In district
#7 of 13
RIVERVIEW GARDENS
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Riverview Gardens Sr. High
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About Riverview Gardens Sr. High
Riverview Gardens Sr. High is a public high school in St. Louis, MO, part of RIVERVIEW GARDENS.
Riverview Gardens Sr. High serves approximately 1,262 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverview Gardens Sr.
High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,072 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Riverview Gardens Sr. High show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Riverview Gardens Sr. 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.
66% of students at Riverview Gardens Sr. High 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
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Riverview Gardens Sr. High — Students at Riverview Gardens Sr. High score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How Riverview Gardens Sr. High Compares
See how Riverview Gardens Sr. 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
1218 Shepley Dr. St. Louis M, St. Louis, MO 63137
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverview Gardens Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Louis, see our St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STORMAN LIONS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY St. Louis | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| GLASGOW ELEM. St. Louis | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| HIGHLAND ELEM. St. Louis | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| GRACE CHAPEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| R. G. CENTRAL MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION St. Louis | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTHEAST MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| TWILLMAN ELEM. St. Louis | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| DANFORTH ELEM. St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| EAST MIDDLE St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| HAZELWOOD EAST HIGH St. Louis | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| LARIMORE ELEM. St. Louis | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| MEADOWS ELEM. St. Louis | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| GRANNEMANN ELEM. St. Louis | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| RIVER ROADS LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Louis | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| EARL NANCE SR. ELEM. St. Louis | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEM. Jennings | 2.8 mi | 4.1 |
| TOWNSEND ELEM. Florissant | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,597
Median Home Value
$79,400
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
19,690
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
48.2%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
27.1%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NEVADA HIGH Nevada, MO | 3.8 |
| HARRISONVILLE HIGH Harrisonville, MO | 3.7 |
| MURIEL BATTLE HIGH SCHOOL Columbia, MO | 3.7 |
| POPLAR BLUFF HIGH Poplar Bluff, MO | 3.7 |
| ST DOMINIC HIGH SCHOOL O'Fallon, MO | 3.9 |
| CARTHAGE HIGH SCHOOL Carthage, MO | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverview Gardens Sr. High
What grades does Riverview Gardens Sr. High serve?
Riverview Gardens Sr. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Riverview Gardens Sr. High?
Riverview Gardens Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 1,262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverview Gardens Sr. High?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverview Gardens Sr. High is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverview Gardens Sr. High rank in MO?
Riverview Gardens Sr. High ranks #2,072 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Riverview Gardens Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverview Gardens Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Riverview Gardens Sr. High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverview Gardens Sr. High has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Riverview Gardens Sr. High a charter school?
No, Riverview Gardens Sr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverview Gardens Sr. High a Title I school?
No, Riverview Gardens Sr. High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverview Gardens Sr. High?
100.0% of students at Riverview Gardens Sr. 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 72
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.8%
- Phone
- (314) 869-4700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 58.0%
Resources & Links
District
RIVERVIEW GARDENS- District Enrollment
- 5,100
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,486
- District Rank
- #7 of 13
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