Very Good
#1534 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 32% in state
Riverhead Senior High School
High School · RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
700 HARRISON AVE, Riverhead, NY 11901
Enrollment
1,986
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,986
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,534 of 4,742
In Riverhead
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Riverhead Senior High School
Riverhead Senior High School is a public high school in Riverhead, NY, part of RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Riverhead Senior High School serves approximately 1,986 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Riverhead Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,534 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Riverhead Senior High School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Riverhead Senior 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
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Riverhead Senior High School — Students at Riverhead Senior High School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY 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: 8.7/10.
How Riverhead Senior High School Compares
See how Riverhead Senior High School 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
700 HARRISON AVE, Riverhead, NY 11901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riverhead Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WESTHAMPTON BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Westhampton Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby East Moriches), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EASTPORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Eastport), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Riverhead, see our Riverhead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,252
Median Home Value
$437,500
Median Rent
$2,195/mo
Population
32,921
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
43.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riverhead Senior High School
What grades does Riverhead Senior High School serve?
Riverhead Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Riverhead Senior High School?
Riverhead Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,986 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riverhead Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Riverhead Senior High School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riverhead Senior High School rank in NY?
Riverhead Senior High School ranks #1,534 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Riverhead Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Riverhead Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Riverhead Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riverhead Senior High School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Riverhead Senior High School a charter school?
No, Riverhead Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riverhead Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Riverhead Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riverhead Senior High School?
48.1% of students at Riverhead Senior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,986
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 144
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (631) 369-6723
- 4-Year Graduation
- 79.0%
Resources & Links
District
RIVERHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,656
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,146
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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